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Proverbs 16:11
Honest balances and scales are the Lord 's; all the weights in the bag are his work.
Proverbs 16:11 · New Heart English Bible
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Proverbs 16:11 in other translations
A just weight and balance are the LORD'S: all the weights of the bag are his work.
Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.
Honest balances and scales are the LORD’s; all the weights in the bag are his work.
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In context
8 Better is a little with righteousness, than great revenues with injustice.
9 A man's heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps.
10 Inspired judgments are on the lips of the king. He shall not betray his mouth.
11 Honest balances and scales are the Lord 's; all the weights in the bag are his work.
12 It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They value one who speaks the truth.
14 The king's wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
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