Proverbs 29:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

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

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

A king who fairly judges poor people and treats them with justice will have his kingdom last forever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse promises that leaders who show fairness and justice to the poor and vulnerable will have lasting, stable leadership.

📚 Historical Context

This proverb was written during Israel's monarchy when kings held absolute power over legal decisions. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, the poor often had no advocates and could easily be exploited by corrupt judges or rulers. A king's treatment of the most vulnerable members of society was seen as the true test of righteous leadership.

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