Proverbs 16:13

Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:13

BSB
Righteous lips are a king's delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
AKJV
Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaks right.
CPDV
Just lips are the will of kings. He who speaks honestly shall be loved.
ERV
Righteous lips are the delight or kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
NHEB
Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They value one who speaks the truth.
SMT
Lips of justice the acceptance of kings; and he will love the word of the upright.

Commentary for Proverbs 16:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:13
Summary
Kings delight in truthful speech and reward honest speakers
Event
Kings reward virtue and punish falsehood
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Teaching