Proverbs 25:5
New International Version
remove wicked officials from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established through righteousness.

New Living Translation
Remove the wicked from the king’s court, and his reign will be made secure by justice.

English Standard Version
take away the wicked from the presence of the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

Berean Standard Bible
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

King James Bible
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

New King James Version
Take away the wicked from before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.

New American Standard Bible
Take away the wicked before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.

NASB 1995
Take away the wicked before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.

NASB 1977
Take away the wicked from before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.

Legacy Standard Bible
Take away the wicked before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.

Amplified Bible
Take away the wicked from before the king, And his throne will be established in righteousness.

Christian Standard Bible
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

American Standard Version
Take away the wicked from before the king, And his throne shall be established in righteousness.

Contemporary English Version
Evil people must be removed before anyone can rule with justice.

English Revised Version
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Take a wicked person away from the presence of a king, and justice will make his throne secure.

Good News Translation
Keep evil advisers away from the king and his government will be known for its justice.

International Standard Version
Purge the wicked from the king's presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

Majority Standard Bible
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

NET Bible
remove the wicked from before the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

New Heart English Bible
Take away the wicked from the king's presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

Webster's Bible Translation
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

World English Bible
Take away the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Take away the wicked before a king, "" And his throne is established in righteousness.

Young's Literal Translation
Take away the wicked before a king, And established in righteousness is his throne.

Smith's Literal Translation
Take ye away the unjust one from before the king, and his throne shall be prepared in justice.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Take away wickedness from the face of the king, and his throne shall be established with justice.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Take away impiety from the face of the king, and his throne shall be made firm by justice.

New American Bible
Remove the wicked from the presence of the king, and his throne is made firm through justice.

New Revised Standard Version
take away the wicked from the presence of the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Let wicked men be driven from the presence of the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Evil ones will be scattered from before the King and he will establish his throne in righteousness.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Slay the ungodly from before the king, and his throne shall prosper in righteousness.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
More Proverbs of Solomon
4Remove the dross from the silver, and a vessel for a silversmith will come forth. 5Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness. 6Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of great men;…

Cross References
Psalm 101:6-8
My eyes favor the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he who walks in the way of integrity shall minister to me. / No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house; no one who tells lies shall stand in my presence. / Every morning I will remove all the wicked of the land, that I may cut off every evildoer from the city of the LORD.

Isaiah 1:25-26
I will turn My hand against you; I will thoroughly purge your dross; I will remove all your impurities. / I will restore your judges as at first, and your counselors as at the beginning. After that you will be called the City of Righteousness, the Faithful City.”

Daniel 2:21
He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.

1 Kings 3:28
When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had given, they stood in awe of him, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice.

1 Kings 4:29-34
And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ...

2 Samuel 23:3-4
The God of Israel spoke; the Rock of Israel said to me, ‘He who rules the people with justice, who rules in the fear of God, / is like the light of the morning at sunrise of a cloudless dawn, the glistening after the rain on the sprouting grass of the earth.’

Psalm 72:1-2
Of Solomon. Endow the king with Your justice, O God, and the son of the king with Your righteousness. / May he judge Your people with righteousness and Your afflicted with justice.

Isaiah 32:1
Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, and princes will rule with justice.

Jeremiah 23:5
Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land.

1 Timothy 2:1-2
First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone— / for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity.

Romans 13:1-4
Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. / For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval. ...

1 Peter 2:13-14
Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority, / or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right.

Matthew 5:13-16
You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its savor, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. / You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. ...

Matthew 13:41-43
The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will weed out of His kingdom every cause of sin and all who practice lawlessness. / And they will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. / Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.

Luke 1:52
He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble.


Treasury of Scripture

Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

away

Proverbs 20:8
A king that sitteth in the throne of judgment scattereth away all evil with his eyes.

1 Kings 2:33,46
Their blood shall therefore return upon the head of Joab, and upon the head of his seed for ever: but upon David, and upon his seed, and upon his house, and upon his throne, shall there be peace for ever from the LORD…

Esther 7:10
So they hanged Haman on the gallows that he had prepared for Mordecai. Then was the king's wrath pacified.

his

Proverbs 16:12
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.

Proverbs 20:28
Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.

Proverbs 29:14
The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.

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Remove the wicked
The Hebrew word for "remove" is "סוּר" (sur), which means to turn aside, depart, or take away. This action implies a deliberate and decisive effort to eliminate negative influences. In the context of a king's court, it suggests the importance of purging corrupt advisors or officials who could lead the ruler astray. Historically, the presence of wicked counselors has often led to the downfall of leaders, as seen in the accounts of kings throughout the Bible. The removal of such individuals is crucial for maintaining integrity and justice.

from the king’s presence
The "king's presence" refers to the immediate circle of influence surrounding a ruler. In ancient times, a king's court was not only a place of governance but also a center of power and decision-making. The Hebrew word for "presence" is "פָּנִים" (panim), which can also mean "face" or "before." This indicates a close, personal interaction. The king's ability to govern justly is directly affected by those who are in his presence, emphasizing the need for a righteous and wise entourage.

and his throne
The "throne" symbolizes the authority and sovereignty of the king. In Hebrew, "כִּסֵּא" (kisse) is used, which denotes not just a physical seat but the power and legitimacy of the ruler. The stability of a throne is often contingent upon the moral and ethical foundation of the ruler's reign. Biblically, a throne established in righteousness is one that aligns with God's will and commands, ensuring divine favor and lasting governance.

will be established
The term "established" comes from the Hebrew "כּוּן" (kun), meaning to be firm, stable, or secure. This suggests that the removal of wickedness leads to a solid and enduring reign. The concept of establishment here is not merely about temporal power but about a deep-rooted, unshakeable foundation that can withstand challenges. In a biblical sense, true establishment is linked to adherence to God's principles.

in righteousness
"Righteousness" is translated from the Hebrew word "צֶדֶק" (tsedeq), which encompasses justice, fairness, and moral integrity. A throne established in righteousness reflects a government that upholds God's laws and values, promoting peace and prosperity. Throughout scripture, righteousness is a key attribute of God's character and is expected of those who lead His people. The verse underscores the belief that divine blessing and stability are granted to those who rule justly and with integrity.

(5) His throne shall be established in righteousness--whereas violence and wrong pull it down. (Jeremiah 21:12; Jeremiah 22:3, sqq.; Zechariah 7:9, sqq.)

Verse 5. - Take away the wicked from before the king. Let the wicked be removed from the presence of the king, as dross is separated from the pure silver (see the same metaphor, Isaiah 1:25; Jeremiah 6:29, etc.). And his throne shall be established in righteousness (Proverbs 16:12: 29:14). The king detects the evil and punishes them; and this confirms his rule and secures the continuance of his dynasty. Thus righteousness triumphs, and wickedness is properly dealt with. Septuagint, "Slay the ungodly from the face of the king, and his throne shall prosper in righteousness."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Remove
הָג֣וֹ (hā·ḡōw)
Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute
Strong's 1898: To remove

the wicked
רָ֭שָׁע (rā·šā‘)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7563: Wrong, an, bad person

from the king’s
מֶ֑לֶךְ (me·leḵ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

presence,
לִפְנֵי־ (lip̄·nê-)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

and his throne
כִּסְאֽוֹ׃ (kis·’ōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3678: Seat of honor, throne

will be established
וְיִכּ֖וֹן (wə·yik·kō·wn)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3559: To be erect

in righteousness.
בַּצֶּ֣דֶק (baṣ·ṣe·ḏeq)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6664: The right, equity, prosperity


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