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Proverbs 16:12
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
Proverbs 16:12 · King James Version
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Proverbs 16:12 in other translations
Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
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In context
9 A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
10 A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
11 A just weight and balance are the LORD'S: all the weights of the bag are his work.
12 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
14 The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
15 In the light of the king's countenance is life; and his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.
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