Proverbs 29:14
A king who judges the poor with fairness— his throne will be established forever.
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Cross references
- Proverbs 16:12 Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
- Isaiah 11:4 but with righteousness He will judge the poor, and with equity He will decide for the lowly of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of His mouth and slay the wicked with the breath of His lips.
- Psalm 72:2–4 May he judge Your people with righteousness and Your afflicted with justice. May the mountains bring peace to the people, and the hills bring righteousness. May he vindicate the afflicted among the people; may he save the children of the needy and crush the oppressor.