Proverbs 16:13

“Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.”

"Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right." - Proverbs 16:13
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What does Proverbs 16:13 mean?

Proverbs 16:13 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, “Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.” This verse captures the essence of the power of truth and integrity in leadership, as well as the importance of honesty and wisdom in…

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The Royal Delight of Righteous Speech

The book of Proverbs is replete with nuggets of wisdom that guide our daily lives. Among these is Proverbs 16:13, which states, "Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right." This verse speaks volumes about the power of our words and their…

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A Prayer for Righteous Speech and Integrity

O Sovereign Lord, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, today I come before You with a humble heart, echoing the wisdom found in Proverbs 16:13, which reminds us that "Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right." Father, I seek to understand the…

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