Proverbs 20:28

World English Bible (2000)

Love and faithfulness keep the king safe. His throne is sustained by love.

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Referenced Verses

  • Prov 29:14 : 14 The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.
  • Prov 16:12 : 12 It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
  • Isa 16:5 : 5 A throne will be established in loving kindness. One will sit on it in truth, in the tent of David, judging, seeking justice, and swift to do righteousness.
  • Ps 21:7 : 7 For the king trusts in Yahweh. Through the loving kindness of the Most High, he shall not be moved.
  • Ps 26:1 : 1 Judge me, Yahweh, for I have walked in my integrity. I have trusted also in Yahweh without wavering.
  • Ps 61:7 : 7 He shall be enthroned in God's presence forever. Appoint your loving kindness and truth, that they may preserve him.
  • Ps 101:1 : 1 I will sing of loving kindness and justice. To you, Yahweh, I will sing praises.
  • Prov 16:6 : 6 By mercy and truth iniquity is atoned for. By the fear of Yahweh men depart from evil.

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