Thematic Bible
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Bribery » Those that receive gifts (bribes)
A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
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Duty » Pressure of » Rulers'
Only he must not amass horses for himself or cause the people to return to Egypt to obtain more horses. For the LORD said you must never return that way again.
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A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
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When a king faithfully administers justice to the poor, his throne will be established forever.
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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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"Pay careful attention to your duties, because you are judging not only for the sake of human beings but also for the LORD and he is present with you as you make your rulings.
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Therefore, kings, act wisely! Earthly rulers, be warned! Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.
Kings detest wrongdoing, for through righteousness the throne is established.
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Gracious love and truth preserve a king; through love his throne is made secure.
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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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King » Rights and duties of
A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
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When a king faithfully administers justice to the poor, his throne will be established forever.
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This is what the LORD says, house of David: "Judge appropriately every morning, and deliver those who have been robbed from the oppressor, so my anger does not break out like fire and burn with no one to put it out because of your evil deeds.
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When a ruler is listening to lies, all of his officials tend to become wicked.
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It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, and the glory of kings to investigate a matter.
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Purge the wicked from the king's presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness. Don't magnify yourself in the presence of a king, and don't pretend to be in the company of famous men,
Through patience a ruler may be persuaded; a gentle word can break a bone.
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The Nation » Of israel and judah rulers » Duties of
Only he must not amass horses for himself or cause the people to return to Egypt to obtain more horses. For the LORD said you must never return that way again.
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A king brings stability to a land through justice, but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
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When a king faithfully administers justice to the poor, his throne will be established forever.
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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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"Pay careful attention to your duties, because you are judging not only for the sake of human beings but also for the LORD and he is present with you as you make your rulings.
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Therefore, kings, act wisely! Earthly rulers, be warned! Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.
Kings detest wrongdoing, for through righteousness the throne is established.
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Gracious love and truth preserve a king; through love his throne is made secure.
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