It is the glory of God to conceal a thing,
but the glory of kings is to search out a matter.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 25:2 in context
Proverbs 25:1–5
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These also are proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out.
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It is the glory of God to conceal a thing,
but the glory of kings is to search out a matter.
3
As the heavens for height, and the earth for depth,
so the hearts of kings are unsearchable.
4
Take away the dross from the silver,
and material comes out for the refiner.
5
Take away the wicked from the king’s presence,
and his throne will be established in righteousness.
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