Proverbs 20:28
The Scripture
(28) Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.
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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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 16:6Psalms 61:7Psalms 101:1Proverbs 16:12Proverbs 29:14Psalms 21:7Psalms 26:1Isaiah 16:5
Related verses (shared words)
James 2:13Exodus 25:20Exodus 33:19Exodus 37:9Leviticus 16:2Leviticus 16:14