Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Government » The kings of the earth
A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
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A large population is a king's glory, but a shortage of people is a ruler's ruin.
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It is not for kings, Lemuel Not for kings to drink wine or for rulers to desire liquor. Otherwise, they may drink and forget what has been ordained, perverting justice for all the oppressed. Give liquor to someone who is perishing, and wine to someone who is deeply depressed. read more.
Let him drink, forget his poverty, and remember his troubles no more.
Let him drink, forget his poverty, and remember his troubles no more.
The God of Israel has spoken; the Rock of Israel has talked to me. "When one is governing men justly, he fears God while governing.
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For you, God, have heard my promises; you have assigned to me the heritage of those who fear your name. Add day after day to the king's life; may his years continue for many generations. May he be enthroned before God forever; Appoint your gracious love and truth to guard him.
Let everyone who surrounds the LORD your God make a vow and fulfill it to the Awesome One. He will humble the arrogant commanders-in-chief, instilling fear among the kings of the earth. To the director: To Jeduthun. A psalm of Asaph.
LORD, all the kings of the earth will give you thanks, for they have heard what you have spoken. They will sing about the ways of the LORD, for great is the glory of the LORD!
Kings detest wrongdoing, for through righteousness the throne is established. Kings take pleasure in righteous speech; they treasure a person who speaks what is upright. The king's wrath results in a death sentence, but whoever is wise will appease him. read more.
When a king is pleased, there is life, and his favor is like a cloud that brings spring rain.
When a king is pleased, there is life, and his favor is like a cloud that brings spring rain.
Appropriate speech is inconsistent with the fool; how much more are deceitful statements with a prince!
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A king sits on a throne of justice, sifting out all sorts of evil with his glance.
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It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, and the glory of kings to investigate a matter. Just as the heavens are high and earth is deep, so the heart of a king is unfathomable. Purge the dross from the silver, and material for a vessel comes forth for the silversmith. read more.
Purge the wicked from the king's presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Purge the wicked from the king's presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Since a king's command is powerful, who is able to challenge him, asking, "What are you doing?"
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Kings » Specially warned against » Lying
Appropriate speech is inconsistent with the fool; how much more are deceitful statements with a prince!
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Lying » Unbecoming in rulers
Appropriate speech is inconsistent with the fool; how much more are deceitful statements with a prince!
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Lying/lies » Lying lips
Here are six things that the LORD hates seven, in fact, are detestable to him: Arrogant eyes, a lying tongue, and hands shedding innocent blood; a heart crafting evil plans, feet running swiftly to wickedness, read more.
a false witness snorting lies, and someone sowing quarrels between brothers.
a false witness snorting lies, and someone sowing quarrels between brothers.
A truthful saying is trusted forever, but the liar only for a moment.
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A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.
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Appropriate speech is inconsistent with the fool; how much more are deceitful statements with a prince!
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Let the lying lips be made still, especially those who speak arrogantly against the righteous with pride and contempt.
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Speech/communication » Excellent speech
Appropriate speech is inconsistent with the fool; how much more are deceitful statements with a prince!
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