Proverbs 25:5
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771
Gill's Exposition
Take away the wicked from before the king,.... Wicked ministers and counsellors; they are the "dross", worthless and useless; yea, hurtful and pernicious. The king is the "refiner", for whom the…
Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Barnes' Notes
The interpretation of the proverb of Pro 25:4. The king himself, like the Lord whom he represents, is to sit as “a refiner of silver” Mal 3:3.
This shows that the vigorous endeavour of a prince to suppress vice, and reform the manners of his people, is the most effectual way to support his government. Observe, 1. what the duty of magistrates…
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