Bible verse
Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
Proverbs 16:13 · BSB
The verses around it, from Proverbs 16.
9 A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.
10 A divine verdict is on the lips of a king; his mouth must not betray justice.
11 Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.
12 Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
14 The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
15 When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
16 How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.
17 The highway of the upright leads away from evil; he who guards his way protects his life.
KJV
Righteous lips [are] the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
ASV
Righteous lips are the delight of kings; And they love him that speaketh right.
ERV
Righteous lips are the delight or kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
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