Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.
La misericordia y la verdad protegen al rey, y su trono se sostiene por la misericordia.
Un rey se mantiene en el poder cuando gobierna con misericordia y verdad.
📚 Contexto Histórico
This proverb was written during the time of Israel's monarchy, when kings held absolute power over their subjects. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, rulers often maintained power through fear and oppression, but this wisdom literature taught that true, lasting leadership comes through just and merciful governance. The writer emphasizes that even those in the highest positions of authority need moral character to maintain their position.
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