Proverbs 20:28
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordMercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.
— Proverbs 20:28, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Love and faithfulness keep the king safe. His throne is sustained by love.
American Standard Version (ASV)
Kindness and truth preserve the king; And his throne is upholden by kindness.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
Kindness and truth keep a king, And he hath supported by kindness his throne.