Proverbs 8:16
It's because of me that leaders and nobles govern—all who rule justly.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth.
In Context
15It's because of me that kings reign, and rulers issue fair decrees.
17I love those who love me, and those who really look for me will find me.
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 →