Proverbs 16:12

New English Translation

Doing wickedness is an abomination to kings, because a throne is established in righteousness.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 17:5

The Lord made his kingdom secure; all Judah brought tribute to Jehoshaphat, and he became very wealthy and greatly respected.

Psalm 99:4

The king is strong; he loves justice. You ensure that legal decisions will be made fairly; you promote justice and equity in Jacob.

Proverbs 16:13

The delight of kings is righteous counsel, and they love the one who speaks uprightly.

Proverbs 20:18

Plans are established by counsel, so make war with guidance.

Proverbs 25:5

remove the wicked from before the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness.

Proverbs 28:9

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

Proverbs 29:14

If a king judges the poor in truth, his throne will be established forever.

Proverbs 29:4

A king brings stability to a land by justice, but one who exacts tribute tears it down.

Luke 12:48

But the one who did not know his master’s will and did things worthy of punishment will receive a light beating. From everyone who has been given much, much will be required, and from the one who has been entrusted with much, even more will be asked.

Deuteronomy 25:16

For anyone who acts dishonestly in these ways is abhorrent to the Lord your God.

Revelation 19:11

Then I saw heaven opened and here came a white horse! The one riding it was called “Faithful” and “True,” and with justice he judges and goes to war.