1. These also are proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out.
2. It is the glory of God to conceal a thing,but the glory of kings is to search out a matter.
3. As the heavens for height, and the earth for depth,so the hearts of kings are unsearchable.
4. Take away the dross from the silver,and material comes out for the refiner;
5. Take away the wicked from the king’s presence,and his throne will be established in righteousness.
6. Don’t exalt yourself in the presence of the king,or claim a place among great men;