Proverbs 22:11
11 One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend.
Other Translations of Proverbs 22:11
King James Version
11 He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend.
English Standard Version
11 He who loves purity of heart, and whose speech is gracious, will have the king as his friend.
The Message
11 God loves the pure-hearted and well-spoken; good leaders also delight in their friendship.
New King James Version
11 He who loves purity of heart And has grace on his lips, The king will be his friend.
New Living Translation
11 Whoever loves a pure heart and gracious speech will have the king as a friend.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 22:11
Commentary on Proverbs 22:11
(Read Proverbs 22:11)
God will be the Friend of a man in whose spirit there is no guile; this honour have all the saints.