Proverbs 14:35
The king's favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.
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English Standard Version
A servant who deals wisely has the king's favor, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.
New International Version
A king delights in a wise servant, but a shameful servant incurs his wrath.
Catholic Public Domain Version
An intelligent minister is acceptable to the king. Whoever is useless shall bear his wrath