Proverbs 16:15
In the light of a king’s face there is life, and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.
In context
12 It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of a king, and he loves him who speaks what is right. 14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death, and a wise man will appease it. 15 In the light of a king’s face there is life, and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain. 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold! To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
17 The highway of the upright turns aside from evil; whoever guards his way preserves his life. 18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 16:15 in the KJV
In the light of the king's countenance is life; And his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 16:15 in the NIV
When a king’s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.