Proverbs 29:26
Other Translations of Proverbs 29:26
New International Version
26 Many seek an audience with a ruler, but it is from the Lord that one gets justice.
English Standard Version
26 Many seek the face of a ruler, but it is from the Lord that a man gets justice.
The Message
26 Everyone tries to get help from the leader, but only God will give us justice.
New King James Version
26 Many seek the ruler's favor, But justice for man comes from the Lord.
New Living Translation
26 Many seek the ruler's favor, but justice comes from the Lord .
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:26
Commentary on Proverbs 29:26
(Read Proverbs 29:26)
The wisest course is, to look to God, and seek the favour of the Ruler of rulers; for every creature is that to us which God makes it to be.