Proverbs 16:10
“A diuine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in iudgement.”
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Proverbs 16:10 Context
8Better is a little with righteousnesse, then great reuenewes without right. 9A mans heart deuiseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps. 10A diuine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in iudgement. 11A iust weight and ballance are the Lords: all the weights of the bagge are his worke. 12It is an abomination to kings to commit wickednesse: for the throne is established by righteousnesse.
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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:10
A divine sentence [is] in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
- King James Version
A divine decision is in the lips of the king; His mouth should not err in judgment.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
A divine sentence is in the lips of the king; His mouth shall not transgress in judgment.
- American Standard Version (1901)
Decision is in the lips of the king: his mouth will not go wrong in judging.
- Basic English Bible
An oracle is on the lips of the king: his mouth will not err in judgment.
- Darby Bible
A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
- Webster's Bible
Inspired judgments are on the lips of the king. He shall not betray his mouth.
- World English Bible
An oath [is] on the lips of a king, In judgment his mouth trespasseth not.
- Youngs Literal Bible
A divine sentence is in the lips of the king; his mouth trespasseth not in judgment.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 16:10
16:10 A divine sentence - Great sagacity and piercing judgment. Of the king - Of wise kings; who only are worthy of that name and office.