4 Take away the dross from silver, And it will go to the silversmith for jewelry. 5 Take away the wicked from before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 25:4-5

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.