For from a window in my house I peered through the lattice work,

Kings reign by me, and rulers dispense justice through me.

By what he says, the godless person can destroy his neighbor, but through knowledge the righteous escape.

Through the blessing of the righteous a city is built up, but what the wicked say tears it down.

A nation falls through a lack of guidance, but victory comes through the counsel of many.

The field of the poor may produce much food, but it can be swept away through injustice.

Where there are no oxen, the feeding trough is clean, but profits come through the strength of the ox.

Iniquity is atoned for by gracious love and truth, and through fear of the LORD people turn from evil.

Kings detest wrongdoing, for through righteousness the throne is established.

Gracious love and truth preserve a king; through love his throne is made secure.

By wisdom a house is built; it is made secure through understanding.

For through wise counsel you will wage your war, and victory lies in an abundance of advisors.

Through patience a ruler may be persuaded; a gentle word can break a bone.

The rich man may be wise in his own opinion; but a discerning, poor man sees through him.

A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.