Proverbs 16:12

A Conservative Version

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

Cross References

Proverbs 25:5

Take away the wicked [from] before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.

Luke 12:48

but he who did not know, and did things worthy of blows, will be beaten little. And to every man to whom much was given, much will be required from him. And to whom they entrust much, they will ask him more abundantly.

Proverbs 29:14

The king who faithfully judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

Proverbs 28:9

He who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

Revelation 19:11

And I saw the heaven opened, and behold a white horse, and he who sits upon it called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he judges and makes war.

Proverbs 20:18

Every purpose is established by counsel, and by wise guidance make thou war.

Psalm 99:4

The king's strength also loves justice. Thou establish equity. Thou execute justice and righteousness in Jacob.

Deuteronomy 25:16

For all who do such things, [even] all who do unrighteously, are an abomination to LORD thy God.

Proverbs 16:13

Righteous lips are the delight of kings, and they love him who speaks right.

2 Chronicles 17:5

Therefore LORD established the kingdom in his hand. And all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat tribute, and he had riches and honor in abundance.

Proverbs 29:4

By justice the king establishes the land, but he who exacts gifts overthrows it.