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Obey the king’s command, I say, because you took an oath before God.
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American Standard Version
I counsel thee, Keep the king's command, and that in regard of the oath of God.
Christian Standard Bible
Keep the king’s command because of your oath made before God.
English Standard Version
I say: Keep the king’s command, because of God’s oath to him.
King James Version
I counsel thee to keep the king's commandment, and that in regard of the oath of God.
New American Standard Bible
I say, “Keep the command of the king because of the oath before God.
New King James Version
I say, “Keep the king’s commandment for the sake of your oath to God.
New Living Translation
Obey the king since you vowed to God that you would.
World English Bible
I say, “Keep the king’s command!” because of the oath to God.