Proverbs 16:12KJV
Protestant Bible · KJV · Verse 12 of 33
"an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness."
In context
10A divine sentence in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
11A just weight and balance the LORD'S: all the weights of the bag his work.
12an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
13Righteous lips the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
14The wrath of a king messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.