Proverbs 22:11

A Good Name · Proverbs 22:1–16
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Translations

Modern
He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend.
Traditional
He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend.
Literal
One loving a pure heart, with favor on his lips, the king is his friend.
Latin
Qui diligit cordis munditiam, propter gratiam labiorum suorum habebit amicum regem.

Interlinear

Hebrew
English
He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend.

Notes

Even a bad ruler wants advisers with a pure heart, meaning they are completely loyal and speak kindly.

Glossary

Proverbs, Book of

Topics

Citizens: Rights of Fight Heart: Renewed: Pure Integrity: General Scriptures Concerning Speaking: Wisdom In