Proverbs 20:28 cpdv — Mercy and truth guard the king, and his throne is strengthened by clemency.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Mercy and truth guard the king, and his throne is strengthened by clemency. "

— Proverbs 20:28, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 20 — Context

25

It is ruin for a man to devour what is holy, or, after making vows, to retract them.

26

A wise king scatters the impious and bends an archway over them.

27

The spirit of a man is a lamp to the Lord, which investigates all the secrets of the inner self.

28

Mercy and truth guard the king, and his throne is strengthened by clemency.

29

The joy of youths is their strength. And the dignity of old men is their grey hairs.

30

The bruise of a wound, as well as scourges, shall wipe away evils in the more secret places of the inner self.

Proverbs 20:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 20:28 say?
Proverbs 20:28 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Mercy and truth guard the king, and his throne is strengthened by clemency. ”
Where is Proverbs 20:28 in the Bible?
Proverbs 20:28 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 20, verse 28.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 20:28.
What translation should I read Proverbs 20:28 in?
Proverbs 20:28 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 20:28?
Proverbs 20:28 reads (CPDV): “Mercy and truth guard the king, and his throne is strengthened by clemency. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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