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Proverbs 16:14
The king's wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
Proverbs 16:14 · New Heart English Bible
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Proverbs 16:14 in other translations
The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
The king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
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In context
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.
15 In the light of the king's face is life. His favor is like a cloud of the spring rain.
16 How much better it is to get wisdom than gold! Yes, to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil. He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
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