Proverbs 16:13
Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
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Cross references
- Proverbs 14:35 The king’s favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.
- Psalm 101:5–7 Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer. Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me. He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house: he that telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight.
- Proverbs 22:11 He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend.