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

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy."

— Proverbs 20:28, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Proverbs 20:28 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.”
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ASV
“Kindness and truth preserve the king; And his throne is upholden by kindness. ”
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WEB
“Love and faithfulness keep the king safe. His throne is sustained by love.”
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NET
“Loyal love and truth preserve a king, and his throne is upheld by loyal love.”
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DRB
“Mercy and truth preserve the king, and his throne is strengthened by clemency.”
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BBE
“Mercy and good faith keep the king safe, and the seat of his power is based on upright acts.”
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Proverbs 20 — Context

It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make enquiry.

A wise king scattereth the wicked, and bringeth the wheel over them.

The spirit of man is the candle of the Lord, searching all the inward parts of the belly.

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

The glory of young men is their strength: and the beauty of old men is the gray head.

The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil: so do stripes the inward parts of the belly.

Proverbs 20:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 20:28 say?

Proverbs 20:28 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.”

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 (KJVA): “Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.” 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.

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

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