Proverbs 16:12

King James 2000

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

Cross References

2 Chronicles 17:5

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

Psalm 99:4

The king's strength also loves justice; you do establish equity, you execute justice and righteousness in Jacob.

Proverbs 16:13

Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaks what is right.

Proverbs 20:18

Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice wage war.

Proverbs 25:5

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

Proverbs 28:9

He that turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.

Proverbs 29:14

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

Proverbs 29:4

The king by justice establishes the land: but he that receives bribes overthrows it.

Luke 12:48

But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.

Deuteronomy 25:16

For all that do such things, and all that do unrighteously, are an abomination unto the LORD your God.

Revelation 19:11

And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon it was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he does judge and make war.