Proverbs 20:2
The Scripture
(2) The fear of a king is as the roaring of a lion: whoso provoketh him to anger sinneth against his own soul.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king of Israel is warned against the folly of the wicked, who boast of their strength but lack true wisdom, and the passage contrasts the fleeting nature of power with the lasting value of prudence. The passage also reflects on the consequences of pride and the importance of humility, urging listeners to seek knowledge rather than rely on empty boasts.
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