14 The anger of the king is a deadly threat; the wise will try to appease it. 15 When the king smiles, there is life; his favor refreshes like a spring rain.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:14-15

Commentary on Proverbs 16:14-15

(Read Proverbs 16:14-15)

Those are fools, who, to obtain the favour of an earthly prince, throw themselves out of God's favour.