Graphic Bible · Scene 5 of 31

Exactly two adult men, distracted seated ancient ruler turning gaze away from poor waiting petitioner, unused wine cup on table, no written decree, abuse, verdict or deity.
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Proverbs 31:5

Justice Forgotten

A Mother’s Counsel and a Woman’s Capable Hands · Proverbs 31

Story guide: A distracted ruler turns away while a poor petitioner waits before him.

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5Otherwise a king may drink and forget what has been decreed, and pervert the justice due to all the afflicted.

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