Proverbs 25:5
Proverbs 25:5 in Multiple Translations
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
Take away the wicked from before the king, And his throne shall be established in righteousness.
Take away evil-doers from before the king, and the seat of his power will be made strong in righteousness.
Remove the wicked from the king's presence and the king will rule securely and justly.
Take away the wicked from the King, and his throne shall be stablished in righteousnes.
Take away the wicked before a king, And established in righteousness is his throne.
Take away the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
Take away wickedness from the face of the king, and his throne shall be established with justice.
Similarly, if wicked advisors are taken away from a king, his government will remain secure, because the king will be able to act justly.
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Proverbs 25:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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הָג֣וֹ
רָ֭שָׁע
לִ/פְנֵי
מֶ֑לֶךְ
וְ/יִכּ֖וֹן
בַּ/צֶּ֣דֶק
כִּסְאֽ/וֹ
הָג֣וֹ
hâgâh
H1898
to remove
V-Qal-Ptc
רָ֭שָׁע
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Adj
לִ/פְנֵי
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
מֶ֑לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
וְ/יִכּ֖וֹן
kûwn
H3559
to establish
Conj | V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
בַּ/צֶּ֣דֶק
tsedeq
H6664
Righteousness
Prep | N-ms
כִּסְאֽ/וֹ
kiççêʼ
H3678
throne
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 25:5
הָג֣וֹ
hâgâh
H1898
"to remove"
V-Qal-Ptc
To remove or drive out, like removing evil from a place, as in Isaiah 30:28 where God removes his people's enemies.
Definition: (Qal) to remove, drive out
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: stay, stay away. See also: Proverbs 25:4; Proverbs 25:5; Isaiah 27:8.
רָ֭שָׁע
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Adj
This word describes someone who is morally wrong, a bad person who is guilty of crime or sin against God or others. It is used to describe the wicked in biblical stories, such as in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) wicked, criminal 1a) guilty one, one guilty of crime (subst) 1b) wicked (hostile to God) 1c) wicked, guilty of sin (against God or man)
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong. See also: Genesis 18:23; Psalms 101:8; Psalms 1:1.
לִ/פְנֵי
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
מֶ֑לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
וְ/יִכּ֖וֹן
kûwn
H3559
"to establish"
Conj | V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to set something up or establish it, like setting up a tent or appointing someone to a position, as seen in Isaiah 7:14.
Definition: : prepare/direct 1) to be firm, be stable, be established 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be set up, be established, be fixed 1a1a) to be firmly established 1a1b) to be established, be stable, be secure, be enduring 1a1c) to be fixed, be securely determined 1a2) to be directed aright, be fixed aright, be steadfast (moral sense) 1a3) to prepare, be ready 1a4) to be prepared, be arranged, be settled 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to establish, set up, accomplish, do, make firm 1b2) to fix, make ready, prepare, provide, provide for, furnish 1b3) to direct toward (moral sense) 1b4) to arrange, order 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be established, be fastened 1c2) to be prepared, be ready 1d) (Polel) 1d1) to set up, establish 1d2) to constitute, make 1d3) to fix 1d4) to direct 1e) (Pulal) to be established, be prepared 1f) (Hithpolel) to be established, be restored
Usage: Occurs in 211 OT verses. KJV: certain(-ty), confirm, direct, faithfulness, fashion, fasten, firm, be fitted, be fixed, frame, be meet, ordain, order, perfect, (make) preparation, prepare (self), provide, make provision, (be, make) ready, right, set (aright, fast, forth), be stable, (e-) stablish, stand, tarry, [idiom] very deed. See also: Genesis 41:32; Job 18:12; Psalms 5:10.
בַּ/צֶּ֣דֶק
tsedeq
H6664
"Righteousness"
Prep | N-ms
Represents the idea of righteousness or justice, often referring to God's character or the standard for human behavior. It is closely tied to the concept of morality and what is right. The word is used to describe the ideal for human conduct and society.
Definition: This name means justice, righteousness Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] even, ([idiom] that which is altogether) just(-ice), (un-)right(-eous) (cause, -ly, -ness). See also: Leviticus 19:15; Psalms 119:138; Psalms 4:2.
כִּסְאֽ/וֹ
kiççêʼ
H3678
"throne"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a throne, symbolizing a seat of power or authority, often canopied or covered. It is used to describe the throne of God or a king, representing royal dignity and power.
Definition: 1) seat (of honour), throne, seat, stool 1a) seat (of honour), throne 1b) royal dignity, authority, power (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 124 OT verses. KJV: seat, stool, throne. See also: Genesis 41:40; 2 Chronicles 23:20; Psalms 9:5.
Study Notes — Proverbs 25:5
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 25:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 25:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 25:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 25:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
- Sermons on Proverbs 25:5
Context — More Proverbs of Solomon
3As the heavens are high and the earth is deep, so the hearts of kings cannot be searched.
4Remove the dross from the silver, and a vessel for a silversmith will come forth.
5Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
6Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of great men; 7for it is better to be told, “Come up here!” than to be demoted in the presence of the prince. Even what you have seen with your own eyes,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 16:12 | Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness. |
| 2 | Proverbs 20:8 | A king who sits on a throne to judge sifts out all evil with his eyes. |
| 3 | Psalms 101:7–8 | No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house; no one who tells lies shall stand in my presence. Every morning I will remove all the wicked of the land, that I may cut off every evildoer from the city of the LORD. |
| 4 | Isaiah 16:5 | in loving devotion a throne will be established in the tent of David. A judge seeking justice and hastening righteousness will sit on it in faithfulness. |
| 5 | Proverbs 20:28 | Loving devotion and faithfulness preserve a king; by these he maintains his throne. |
| 6 | Esther 7:10 | So they hanged Haman on the gallows he had prepared for Mordecai. Then the fury of the king subsided. |
| 7 | 1 Kings 2:33 | Their blood will come back upon the heads of Joab and his descendants forever; but for David, his descendants, his house, and his throne, there shall be peace from the LORD forever.” |
| 8 | 1 Kings 2:46 | Then the king commanded Benaiah son of Jehoiada, and he went out and struck Shimei down, and he died. Thus the kingdom was firmly established in the hand of Solomon. |
| 9 | Proverbs 29:14 | A king who judges the poor with fairness— his throne will be established forever. |
| 10 | Isaiah 9:7 | Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this. |
Proverbs 25:5 Summary
This verse, Proverbs 25:5, is saying that when we remove the bad influences from our lives, we can live in a way that is right with God. Just like a king needs to get rid of the bad people around him to be a good ruler, we need to get rid of the things in our lives that are not pleasing to God, as seen in Romans 12:9. When we do this, we can live in peace and righteousness, and God will be pleased with us (Psalm 37:37). By following this principle, we can experience the blessing of God in our lives, just as King Solomon did when he followed God's commands (1 Kings 3:10-14).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'remove the wicked from the king’s presence' in Proverbs 25:5?
This means to eliminate or remove the influence of ungodly or evil people from the king's life and decision-making process, as seen in Proverbs 22:11, where a king delights in those who are pure in heart and gracious in speech.
How does removing the wicked from the king's presence affect his throne?
According to Proverbs 25:5, removing the wicked from the king's presence will establish his throne in righteousness, which means his rule will be just and fair, much like the description of King Solomon's reign in 1 Kings 10:9.
Is this verse only applicable to kings and those in positions of power?
While the verse is addressed to kings, the principle of removing wicked influences from one's life is applicable to all believers, as seen in Psalm 101:5, where David vows to destroy anyone who secretly slanders their neighbor, and in 2 Corinthians 6:14-17, where believers are warned not to be yoked with unbelievers.
What are the benefits of having a throne established in righteousness?
A throne established in righteousness, as described in Proverbs 25:5, will bring peace, prosperity, and the blessing of God, as seen in Proverbs 29:2, where it says that when the righteous thrive, the people rejoice, and in Isaiah 32:17, where the effect of righteousness is peace and quietness and trust forever.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can remove wicked influences from my own life, and how can I surround myself with people who will encourage me to follow God?
- How can I, as a believer, be a positive influence on those in positions of power or authority, and what does the Bible say about our role in praying for and supporting our leaders, as seen in 1 Timothy 2:1-4?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be tolerating or even embracing wickedness, and how can I take steps to remove those influences and establish a stronger foundation of righteousness, as described in Ephesians 4:22-24?
- How can I balance the need to remove wicked influences from my life with the command to love and pray for my enemies, as seen in Matthew 5:44 and Luke 6:27-31?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 25:5
Take away the wicked [from] before the king,.... Wicked ministers and counsellors; they are the "dross", worthless and useless; yea, hurtful and pernicious.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 25:5
Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer. The finer - the melter; the goldsmith. Take away the wicked (from) before the king.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
From before the king; from his court and councils. Shall be established, by removing them who by their wicked counsels and practices provoked God’ s displeasure against the king, and blasted his reputation, and alienated the hearts of his people from him. Established in righteousness, by such impartial execution of justice.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
Proverbs 25:5 Take away the wicked [from] before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.Ver. 5. Take away the wicked.] Who are compared elsewhere also to dross, and fitly; for as dross is a kind of unprofitable earth, and hath no good metal in it; so in the wicked is no good to be found, but pride, worldliness, &c. Frobisher, in his voyage to discover the Straits, being tossed up and down with foul weather, snows, and unconstant winds, returned home, having gathered a great quantity of stones, which he thought to be minerals, from which, when there could be drawn neither gold nor silver, nor any other metal, we have seen them, saith Master Camden, cast forth to fix the highways. Evil counsellors about a prince are means of a great deal of mischief, as were Doeg, Haman, Rehoboam’ s and Herod’ s flatterers, Pharaoh’ s sorcerers, &c. Of a certain prince of Germany it was said, Esset alius, si esset apud alios; He would be another man, if he were but among other men. Say they be not so drossy, but that some good ore is to be found in them; yet all is not good that hath some good in it. It is Scaliger’ s note, Malum non est nisi in bono. The original nature of the devil is good, wherein all his wickedness subsisteth. When one highly commended the cardinal Julian to Sigismund, he answered, Tamen Romanus est, Yet he is a Roman, and therefore not to be trusted. Those cardinals and Popish bishops being much about princes, have greatly impoisoned them, and hindered the Reformation.
Zuinglius fitly compares them to that wakeful dragon that kept the golden fleece, as the poets have feigned. They get the royalty of their ear, and then do with them whatsoever they wish. David therefore vows, as a good finer, to rid the court of such dross, and gives order upon his death bed to his son Solomon, to take out of the way those men of blood, that his throne might be established in righteousness. Camden’ s Elizabeth, fol. 189.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
(5) His throne shall be established in righteousness—whereas violence and wrong pull it down. (Jeremiah 21:12; Jeremiah 22:3, sqq.; Zechariah 7:9, sqq.)
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 25:5
The interpretation of the proverb of Pro 25:4. The king himself, like the Lord whom he represents, is to sit as “a refiner of silver” Malachi 3:3.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 25:5
4, 5. Take away the dross, etc. — Let wicked counsellors and companions be removed from the king, and their places filled with good men, and the government will be established by equity and justice.
Sermons on Proverbs 25:5
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Prayer for Rulers. by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches on the importance of praying for those in authority, emphasizing the need to intercede for rulers and leaders as they face unique challenges and temptations |
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Letter - to King Charles Ii by Isaac Penington | Isaac Penington preaches a message to the king, urging him to govern with purity, peace, and righteousness, seeking guidance from God to avoid further shaking and dissettling of th |
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Be Filled With the Holy Spirit - 1 by Zacharias Tanee Fomum | In this sermon, the speaker asks the audience to reflect on what has changed in their hearts in the last five years. He emphasizes the importance of identifying and removing negati |
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The Hidden Secrets of Kabbalah-a Messianic Approach by Michael L. Brown | In this sermon, the speaker discusses a mystical encounter in the garden of paradise involving four men: Ben-Azai, Ben-Zoma, An-Akhair, and Rabbi Akiva. Rabbi Akiva warns the other |
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Lying Lips by Erlo Stegen | This sermon focuses on the seriousness of lying according to Proverbs 12:22, highlighting how lying lips are an abomination to the Lord. The speaker emphasizes the importance of sp |
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Studies in Zechariah 05 Zechariah 5: by John W. Bramhall | In this sermon, the preacher discusses two visions from the book of Zechariah. The first vision is of a flying roll, which symbolizes the rapid and sudden execution of God's judgme |
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Step 12 on Lying. by St. John Climacus | St. John Climacus emphasizes the destructive nature of lying, highlighting how it leads to the destruction of love, denial of God, and the severe judgment pronounced against it by |