Proverbs 29:26

Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.

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WEBBE

Many seek the ruler’s favour, but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

BSB

Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.

KJV

Many seek the ruler’s favour; but every man’s judgment cometh from the LORD.

ASV

Many seek the ruler’s favor; But a man’s judgment [cometh] from Jehovah.

BBE

The approval of a ruler is desired by great numbers: but the decision in a man's cause comes from the Lord.

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Matthew Henry · Verse 26

The wisest course is, to look to God, and seek the favour of the Ruler of rulers; for every creature is that to us which God makes it to be.

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