Proverbs 16:13
What does Proverbs 16:13 mean?
A plain-English look at Proverbs 16:13 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000Righteous lips are the delight of kings; And they love him that speaketh right.
KJV
King James Version · 1611Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901Righteous lips are the delight of kings; And they love him that speaketh right.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949Lips of righteousness are the delight of kings; and he who says what is upright is dear to him.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862The delight of kings <FI>are<Fi> righteous lips, And whoso is speaking uprightly he loveth,
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752Just lips are the delight of kings: he that speaketh right things shall be loved.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890Righteous lips are the delight of kings, and they love him that speaketh aright.
Context
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Proverbs 22:11
He that loveth pureness of heart, Forthe grace of his lips the king will be his friend.
- Psalms 101:5
Whoso privily slandereth his neighbor, him will I destroy: Him that hath a high look and a proud heart will I not suffer.
- Proverbs 14:35
The king’s favor is toward a servant that dealeth wisely; But his wrath will beagainsthim that causeth shame.
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