Old Testament · VERSE 12

Proverbs 16:12

King James Version

It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.

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Proverbs 16:12 in context

Proverbs 16:10

A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.

Proverbs 16:11

A just weight and balance are the LORD’s: all the weights of the bag are his work.

Proverbs 16:12SELECTED VERSE

It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.

Proverbs 16:13

Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.

Proverbs 16:14

The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.

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