Proverbs 29:26
King James Version
“Many seek the ruler’s favour; but man’s judgment from the LORD.”
Context
23A man’s pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.
24Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth not.
25The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
26Many seek the ruler’s favour; but man’s judgment from the LORD.
27An unjust man an abomination to the just: and upright in the way abomination to the wicked.