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A king delights in a wise servant, but a shameful servant arouses his fury.
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American Standard Version
The king's favor is toward a servant that dealeth wisely; But his wrath will be against him that causeth shame.
Christian Standard Bible
A king favors a prudent servant, but his anger falls on a disgraceful one.
English Standard Version
A servant who deals wisely has the king’s favor, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.
King James Version
The king's favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.
New American Standard Bible
The king’s favor is toward a servant who acts wisely, But his anger is toward him who acts shamefully.
New King James Version
The king’s favor is toward a wise servant, But his wrath is against him who causes shame.
New Living Translation
A king rejoices in wise servants but is angry with those who disgrace him.
World English Bible
The king’s favor is toward a servant who deals wisely, but his wrath is toward one who causes shame.