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Proverbs 16:15
When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
Proverbs 16:15 · Berean Standard Bible
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Proverbs 16:15 in other translations
In the light of the king's countenance is life; and his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.
In the light of the king’s face is life. His favor is like a cloud of the spring rain.
In the light of the king's face is life. His favor is like a cloud of the spring rain.
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In context
12 Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
14 The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
15 When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
16 How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.
17 The highway of the upright leads away from evil; he who guards his way protects his life.
18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
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