Proverbs 25:4-6

Modern English Version

⁴ Take away the dross from the silver,
    and there will come forth a vessel for the refiner.
⁵ Take away the wicked from before the king,
    and his throne will be established in righteousness.

⁶ Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king,
    and do not stand in the place of great men;