Proverbs 16:13

Righteous lips are the delight of kings: and they loue him that speaketh right.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

Righteous lips are the delight of kings, And he who speaks right is loved.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

Righteous lips are the delight of kings; And they love him that speaketh right.
- American Standard Version (1901)

Lips of righteousness are the delight of kings; and he who says what is upright is dear to him.
- Basic English Bible

Righteous lips are the delight of kings, and they love him that speaketh aright.
- Darby Bible

Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
- Webster's Bible

Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They value one who speaks the truth.
- World English Bible

The delight of kings [are] righteous lips, And whoso is speaking uprightly he loveth,
- Youngs Literal Bible

Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 16:13

16:11 The Lord's - Are made by his direction and appointment, so that no man can alter them without violating God's rights and authority.

16:15 A cloud - As acceptable as those clouds which bring the latter rain, whereby the fruits are filled and ripened a little before the harvest.