Proverbs 16:10 - Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible

Bible Comments

His mouth transgresseth not in judgment. — Or, should not transgress, as being the representative of God upon earth, and so distinguished by the title of “God” himself (Psalms 82:6). This verse recalls the days of Solomon’s youth, when it was his highest aspiration to judge his people righteously (1 Kings 3:9). Comp. David’s noble words (2 Samuel 23:3).

Proverbs 16:10

10 A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.