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Proverbs 29:14 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: King James Version

" The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever. "

Proverbs 29:14

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12 If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.

13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.

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

15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.

16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.

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This verse points out the duty of rulers and judges. They must judge fairly between one person and another, and decide every case by truth and justice. They must take special care of poor people, not support them in an unjust cause just because they are poor (Exodus 23:3). But if poor people have a right case, their poverty must not be used against them. The rich can usually look after themselves, but the prince, or ruler, must defend the poor and needy and speak up for them (Psalm 82:3; Proverbs 31:9).

The verse also speaks of the blessing that comes to rulers who do this well. Their throne of honor, their seat of judgment, will be established forever. That means God will favor them, and their people will also trust and support them. Both of these help to strengthen their rule and can pass it on to their descendants, keeping their family line in power.

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From This Chapter

Proverbs 29:1

"He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy."

Proverbs 29:2

"When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn."

Proverbs 29:3

"Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance."

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"The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth"

Proverbs 29:5

"A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet."

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