Proverbs 20:28
Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.
Context
This verse from Proverbs Chapter 20 connects to 8 cross-references. Proverbs on kings, integrity, and divine knowledge: wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler; whoever is led astray by it is not wise. It is an honor to keep aloof from strife. Do not say 'I will repay evil' …
Other Translations
Kindness and truth preserve the king; And his throne is upholden by kindness.
Kindness and truth keep a king, And he hath supported by kindness his throne.
Mercy and good faith keep the king safe, and the seat of his power is based on upright acts.
Cross References
The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.
And in mercy shall the throne be established: and he shall sit upon it in truth in the tabernacle of …
I will sing of mercy and judgment: unto thee, O Lord, will I sing.
He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him.
Judge me, O Lord; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have trusted also in the Lord; therefore I …
For the king trusteth in the Lord, and through the mercy of the most High he shall not be moved.