Proverbs 16:12

King James Version (KJV)

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

Translations

Proverbs 16:12 - Amplified Bible

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).

Proverbs 16:12 - American Standard Version

It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness.

Proverbs 16:12 - Bible in Basic English

Evil-doing is disgusting to kings: for the seat of the ruler is based on righteousness.

Proverbs 16:12 - Darby Bible

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

Proverbs 16:12 - English Standard Version

It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.

Proverbs 16:12 - King James Version

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

Proverbs 16:12 - La Biblia de las Americas

Es abominaciòn para los reyes cometer iniquidad,
porque el trono se afianza en la justicia.

Proverbs 16:12 - The Message

Good leaders abhor wrongdoing of all kinds;
   sound leadership has a moral foundation.

 

Proverbs 16:12 - New American Standard Bible

It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts, For a throne is established on righteousness.

Proverbs 16:12 - Nueva Biblia Latinoamericana de Hoy

Es abominaciòn para los reyes cometer iniquidad,
Porque el trono se afianza en la justicia.

Proverbs 16:12 - World English Bible

It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, For the throne is established by righteousness.

Proverbs 16:12 - Young's Living Translation

An abomination to kings [is] doing wickedness, For by righteousness is a throne established.

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