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A man’s mind plans his way [as he journeys through life],
But the Lord directs his steps and establishes them.^(A)
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A divine decision [given by God] is on the lips of the king [as His representative];
His mouth should not be unfaithful or unjust in judgment.^(B)
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A just balance and [honest] scales are the Lord’s;
All the weights of the bag are His concern [established by His eternal principles].