Proverbs 16:12

Tree of Life Version

Wrongdoing is an abomination to kings, for a throne is established by righteousness.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 17:5

So Adonai established the kingdom in his hand, and all Judah brought tribute to Jehoshaphat so that he had great riches and honor.

Psalm 99:4

The might of a king loves justice. You have established fairness. You executed justice and righteousness in Jacob.

Proverbs 16:13

Righteous lips are the delight of kings. He loves those who speak honestly.

Proverbs 20:18

Plans are made by counsel, so wage war with guidance.

Proverbs 25:5

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

Proverbs 28:9

One who turns his ear from hearing Torah —even his prayer is an abomination.

Proverbs 29:14

If a king judges the poor with truth, his throne will always be secure.

Proverbs 29:4

By justice a king brings stability to a land, but one who takes bribes brings it ruin.

Luke 12:48

But the one who did not know and did things worthy of a beating will be whipped lightly. From everyone given much, much will be required; and from the one for whom more is provided, all the more they will ask of him.

Deuteronomy 25:16

For all who do these things, all who do injustice, are detestable to Adonai your God.

Revelation 19:11

Then I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse! The One riding on it is called Faithful and True, and He judges and makes war in righteousness.