Many seek the ruler's favor; but every man's judgment comes from the LORD. Treasury of Scripture seek Proverbs 19:6 Many will entreat the favor of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that gives gifts. Psalm 20:9 Save, LORD: let the king hear us when we call. a ruler's favour or face of a ruler Proverbs 16:7 When a man's ways please the LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. Proverbs 19:21 There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand. Proverbs 21:1 The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turns it wherever he will. Genesis 43:14 And God Almighty give you mercy before the man, that he may send away your other brother, and Benjamin. If I be bereaved of my children... Ezra 7:27,28 Blessed be the LORD God of our fathers, which has put such a thing as this in the king's heart... Nehemiah 1:11 O LORD, I beseech you, let now your ear be attentive to the prayer of your servant, and to the prayer of your servants... Esther 4:16 Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast you for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day... Psalm 20:9 Save, LORD: let the king hear us when we call. Psalm 62:12 Also to you, O Lord, belongs mercy: for you render to every man according to his work. Isaiah 46:9-11 Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me... Daniel 4:35 And all the inhabitants of the earth are reputed as nothing: and he does according to his will in the army of heaven...
Context The Stiff-Necked Will Be Destroyed
1He, that being often reproved hardens his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. 2When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked bears rule, the people mourn. 3Whoever loves wisdom rejoices his father: but he that keeps company with harlots spends his substance. 4The king by judgment establishes the land: but he that receives gifts overthrows it. 5A man that flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. 6In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous does sing and rejoice. 7The righteous considers the cause of the poor: but the wicked regards not to know it. 8Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath. 9If a wise man contends with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest. 10The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul. 11A fool utters all his mind: but a wise man keeps it in till afterwards. 12If a ruler listen to lies, all his servants are wicked. 13The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lightens both their eyes. 14The king that faithfully judges the poor, his throne shall be established for ever. 15The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself brings his mother to shame. 16When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases: but the righteous shall see their fall. 17Correct your son, and he shall give you rest; yes, he shall give delight to your soul. 18Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keeps the law, happy is he. 19A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer. 20See you a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him. 21He that delicately brings up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length. 22An angry man stirs up strife, and a furious man abounds in transgression. 23A man's pride shall bring him low: but honor shall uphold the humble in spirit. 24Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own soul: he hears cursing, and denudes it not. 25The fear of man brings a snare: but whoever puts his trust in the LORD shall be safe. 26Many seek the ruler's favor; but every man's judgment comes from the LORD. 27An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked. Parallel Verses American Standard Version
Many seek the ruler's favor; But a man's judgment cometh from Jehovah.
Douay-Rheims Bible
Many seek the face of the prince: but the judgment of every one cometh forth from the Lord.
Darby Bible Translation
Many seek the ruler's face; but a man's right judgment is from Jehovah.
King James Bible
Many seek the ruler's favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.
Young's Literal Translation
Many are seeking the face of a ruler, And from Jehovah is the judgment of each.
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