ESV Reformation Study Bible – Pr 29:26
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Pr 29:26

29:26 Wisdom recognizes the special function of rulers to maintain godly order, and thus to be agents of God’s rule (21:1 note). It also recognizes the weakness of human rulers. Here the supplicant seeks special treatment that would involve injustice. The only sure way to justice is to seek it from the Lord.