6 By steadfast loyalty guilt is expiated,and by the fear of the Lord evil is avoided.
7 When the Lord is pleased with someone’s ways,he makes even enemies be at peace with them.
8 Better a little with justice,than a large income with injustice.
9 The human heart plans the way,but the Lord directs the steps.
10 An oracle is upon the king’s lips,no judgment of his mouth is false.
11 Balance and scales belong to the Lord;every weight in the sack is his concern.
12 Wrongdoing is an abomination to kings,for by justice the throne endures.