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Proverbs 25:3-5
Amplified Bible
Proverbs 25:3-5
Amplified Bible
3
As the heavens for height and the earth for depth,
So the hearts and minds of kings are [a]unsearchable.
4
Take away the dross from the silver,
And there comes out [the pure metal for] a vessel for the silversmith [to shape].(A)
5
Take away the wicked from before the king,
And his throne will be established in righteousness.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 25:3 The ancient rabbis explained this as a reference to the countless details of government that are a king’s responsibility.
Proverbs 25:3-5
New International Version
Proverbs 25:3-5
New International Version
3 As the heavens are high and the earth is deep,
so the hearts of kings are unsearchable.
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