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As the heavens for height and the earth for depth,
So the hearts and minds of kings are [a]unsearchable.

Take away the dross from the silver,
And there comes out [the pure metal for] a vessel for the silversmith [to shape].(A)

Take away the wicked from before the king,
And his throne will be established in righteousness.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 25:3 The ancient rabbis explained this as a reference to the countless details of government that are a king’s responsibility.

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