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.