1 These, too, are parables of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah, king of Judah, transferred.
2 It is to the glory of God to conceal a word, and it is to the glory of kings to investigate speech.
3 Heaven above, and earth below, and the heart of kings are each unsearchable.
4 Take away the tarnish from silver, and a most pure vessel will go forth.
5 Take away impiety from the face of the king, and his throne shall be made firm by justice.
6 Do not appear glorious before the king, and do not stand in the place of the great.