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Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They value one who speaks the truth.

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The Ideal for Leaders

The commentary explains that a wise ruler should delight in advisors who speak truth and offer righteous counsel. This is an ideal, as many leaders unfortunately prefer flattering speech. The principle encourages leaders to seek honesty and advisors to speak with integrity for the common good.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Proverbs 16:13

17th Century

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Righteous lips [are] the delight of kings Such that speak truth and righteousness, and advise to the administration of ju…