OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 26

Proverbs 29:26

Many seek the ruler’s favor,

but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE

Proverbs 29:26 in context

Proverbs 29:23–27

A man’s pride brings him low,

but one of lowly spirit gains honor.

Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul.

He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

The fear of man proves to be a snare,

but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

Selected verse

Many seek the ruler’s favor,

but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

A dishonest man detests the righteous,

and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.

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