Proverbs 16:12

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

Kings hate to see anyone doing wrong, because kingdoms grow strong only when everyone is honest and fair.

Cross References

Proverbs 25:5

Take the evil advisors away from a king, and goodness will make his kingdom strong.

Luke 12:48

But what about the servant who does not know what his master wants? He also does things that deserve punishment. But he will get less punishment than the servant who knew what he should do. Whoever has been given much will be responsible for much. Much more will be expected from the one who has been given more.”

Proverbs 29:14

If a king judges the poor fairly, he will rule for a long time.

Proverbs 28:9

When people do not listen to God’s teachings, he does not listen to their prayers.

Revelation 19:11

Then I saw heaven open. There before me was a white horse. The rider on the horse was called Faithful and True, because he is right in his judging and in making war.

Proverbs 20:18

Get good advice when you make your plans. Before you start a war, find good advisors.

Psalm 99:4

You are the powerful King who loves justice. You have made things right. You have brought goodness and fairness to Jacob.

Deuteronomy 25:16

The Lord your God hates people who cheat with false weights and measures. Yes, he hates all people who do wrong.

Proverbs 16:13

Kings want to hear the truth. They like those who are honest.

2 Chronicles 17:5

The Lord made Jehoshaphat a strong king over Judah. All the people of Judah brought gifts to Jehoshaphat. So he had much wealth and honor.

Proverbs 29:4

A nation will be strong when it has a fair and just king. A nation will be weak when it has a king who is selfish and demands gifts.