Proverbs 16:13
A king delights in lips that say what is right 1 and he loves the one who speaks directly. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
In Context
14A king's wrath is a messenger of death 1 but a wise man will try to calm his anger. 1
Cross References
Proverbs 14:35The favor of the king is with the servant who acts prudently, 1 but his anger is for the one who acts shamefully.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 16:13
12 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness. Here is, 1. The character of a good king, which Solomon intended not for his own praise, but for instruction to his successors, his neighbours, and the viceroys under him. A good king not only does justice, but it is an abomination to him to do otherwise. He hates the thought of doing wrong and perverting justice; he not only abhors the wickedness done by others, but abhors the wickedness done by others, but… Read the whole commentary →