4 Take away the dross from the silver,
and material comes out for the refiner; 5 Take away the wicked from the king’s presence,
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.