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Proverbs 16:15
In the light of a king's countenance [is] life; and his favor [is] as a cloud of the latter rain.
Proverbs 16:15 · Webster 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.
When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
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 [It is] an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
13 Righteous lips [are] the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
14 The wrath of a king [is as] messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
15 In the light of a king's countenance [is] life; and his favor [is] as a cloud of the latter rain.
16 How much better [is it] to get wisdom than gold? and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver?
17 The highway of the upright [is] to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
18 Pride [goeth] before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
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