So the Lord established the kingdom in his hand. Then all Judah brought him tribute, and he had riches and honour in abundance.
Proverbs 16:12 - Christian Standard Bible Anglicised Wicked behaviour is detestable to kings, since a throne is established through righteousness. Tuilleadh leaganachaKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: For the throne is established by righteousness. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition It is an abomination [to God and men] for kings to commit wickedness, for a throne is established and made secure by righteousness (moral and spiritual rectitude in every area and relation). American Standard Version (1901) It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness. Common English Bible Kings detest wicked deeds, for their thrones are founded on righteousness. Catholic Public Domain Version Those who act impiously are abominable to the king. For the throne is made firm by justice. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version They that act wickedly are abominable to the king: for the throne is established by justice. |
So the Lord established the kingdom in his hand. Then all Judah brought him tribute, and he had riches and honour in abundance.
Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he loves one who speaks honestly.
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.
Anyone who turns his ear away from hearing the law – even his prayer is detestable.
A king who judges the poor with fairness – his throne will be established for ever.
By justice a king brings stability to a land, but a person who demands ‘contributions’ demolishes it.
But the one who did not know and did what deserved 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 expected. ,
For everyone who does such things and acts unfairly is detestable to the Lord your God.
Then I saw heaven opened, and there was a white horse. Its rider is called Faithful and True, and with justice he judges and makes war.