Many seek the ruler’s favour. — And to be advanced by him; but his approval is of little value, for “every man’s judgment cometh from the Lord;” it is He who really decides each man’s worth. (Comp. 1 Samuel 16:7; 1 Corinthians 4:5.)
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Proverbs 29:26
26 Many seek the ruler'sh favour; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.