Proverbs 19:12

The king's wrath is as the roaring of a lion; but his favour is as dew upon the grass.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 19:12

BSB
A king's rage is like the roar of a lion, but his favor is like dew on the grass.
AKJV
The king's wrath is as the roaring of a lion; but his favor is as dew on the grass.
CPDV
Like the roaring of a lion, so also is the wrath of a king. And his cheerfulness is like the dew upon the grass.
ERV
The king's wrath is as the roaring of a lion; but his favour is as dew upon the grass.
NHEB
The king's wrath is like the roaring of a lion, but his favor is like dew on the grass.
SMT
The king's wrath growling as the young lion, and his acceptance as dew upon the grass.

Commentary for Proverbs 19:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 19:12
Summary
Ruler's anger fierce, favor refreshing
Event
Comparing royal moods
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom