Proverbs 8:15
It's because of me that kings reign, and rulers issue fair decrees.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.
In Context
14I have advice and good judgment; I know what makes sense, and I have power.
16It's because of me that leaders and nobles govern—all who rule justly.
Cross References
1 Samuel 9:17When Samuel saw Saul, the Lord said to him, “This is the man I told you about. He is the one who is going to rule my people.”
1 Kings 3:9So please give me a mind that's receptive so I can rule your people well, understanding the difference between right and wrong, for who can rule this difficult people of yours?”
1 Kings 5:7When Hiram heard Solomon's message, he was very happy and said, “Praise the Lord today, for he has given David a wise son to lead this great nation!”
1 Chronicles 28:5From all my sons (for the Lord gave me many) the Lord has chosen Solomon my child to sit on the throne and to rule over the Lord's kingdom Israel.
Psalms 72:1God, please give the king fairness, and give the king's son the ability to do what's right.
Isaiah 1:26I will give you good leaders as you used to have before, wise counselors as you had in the beginning. After that you will once again be called the City of Integrity, the Faithful City.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 8:13-22
The Advantages of Wisdom. 12 I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions. 13 The fear of the Lord is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate. 14 Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom: I am understanding; I have strength. 15 By me kings reign, and princes decree justice. 16 By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth. 17 I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me. 18 Riches and honour are with me;… Read the whole commentary →