Proverbs 25:5
5 Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
Other Translations of Proverbs 25:5
New International Version
5 remove wicked officials from the king's presence, and his throne will be established through righteousness.
English Standard Version
5 take away the wicked from the presence of the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
The Message
5 Remove the wicked from leadership and authority will be credible and God-honoring.
New King James Version
5 Take away the wicked from before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.
New Living Translation
5 Remove the wicked from the king's court, and his reign will be made secure by justice.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
Commentary on Proverbs 25:4-5
(Read Proverbs 25:4-5)
For a prince to suppress vice, and reform his people, is the best way to support his government.