Proverbs 16:12
World English Bible (WEB)
It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
In context
10 Inspired judgments are on the lips of the king. He shall not betray his mouth.
11 Honest balances and scales are the LORD’s; all the weights in the bag are his work.
12 It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings. They value one who speaks the truth.
14 The king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
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Proverbs 16:12 in every translation
- WEB World English Bible
- It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
- KJV King James Version
- It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
- BSB Berean Standard Bible
- Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
- ASV American Standard Version
- It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness.
- YLT Young's Literal Translation
- An abomination to kings [is] doing wickedness, For by righteousness is a throne established.
- DBY Darby Translation
- It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; for the throne is established by righteousness.
- WBS Webster Bible
- It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.