6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.
6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided.
6 By steadfast love and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the Lord one turns away from evil.
6 Guilt is banished through love and truth; Fear-of-God deflects evil.
6 In mercy and truth Atonement is provided for iniquity; And by the fear of the Lord one departs from evil.
6 Unfailing love and faithfulness make atonement for sin. By fearing the Lord, people avoid evil.
28 Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.
28 Love and faithfulness keep a king safe; through love his throne is made secure.
28 Steadfast love and faithfulness preserve the king, and by steadfast love his throne is upheld.
28 Love and truth form a good leader; sound leadership is founded on loving integrity.
28 Mercy and truth preserve the king, And by lovingkindness he upholds his throne.
28 Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king; his throne is made secure through love.
(Read Proverbs 20:28)
Mercy and truth are the glories of God's throne.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:6
Commentary on Proverbs 16:6
(Read Proverbs 16:6)
By the mercy and truth of God in Christ Jesus, the sins of believers are taken away, and the power of sin is broken.