10 The lips of a king speak as an oracle, and his mouth does not betray justice.

Other Translations of Proverbs 16:10

King James Version

10 A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.

English Standard Version

10 An oracle is on the lips of a king; his mouth does not sin in judgment.

The Message

10 A good leader motivates, doesn't mislead, doesn't exploit.

New King James Version

10 Divination is on the lips of the king; His mouth must not transgress in judgment.

New Living Translation

10 The king speaks with divine wisdom; he must never judge unfairly.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:10

Commentary on Proverbs 16:9-10

(Read Proverbs 16:9-10)

If men make God's glory their end, and his will their rule, he will direct their steps by his Spirit and grace. 10. Let kings and judges of the earth be just, and rule in the fear of God.