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Proverbs 16:12

Proverbs 16:12

Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible · Matthew Henry (1662–1714) · Public Domain

Here is, 1. The character of a good king, which Solomon intended not

for his own praise, but for instruction to his successors, his

neighbours, and the viceroys under him. A good king not only does

justice, but it is an abomination to him to do otherwise. He hates the

thought of doing wrong and perverting justice; he not only abhors the

wickedness done by others, but abhors the wickedness done by others,

but abhors to do any himself, though, having power, he might easily and

safety do it. 2. The comfort of a good king: His throne is established

by righteousness. He that makes conscience of using his power aright

shall find that to be the best security of his government, both as it

will oblige people, make them easy, and keep them in the interest of

it, and as it will obtain the blessing of God, which will be a firm

basis to the throne and a strong guard about it.

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