¹² It is an abomination to kings to do evil,
    for ^(A)the throne is established by righteousness.

⁵ take away ^(A)the wicked from the presence of the king,
    and his ^(B)throne will be established in righteousness.

¹⁴ If a king ^(A)faithfully judges the poor,
    his throne will ^(B)be established forever.

⁹ If one turns away his ear from hearing the law,
    even his ^(A)prayer is an abomination.

^18 (A)Plans are established by counsel;
    by ^(B)wise guidance ^(C)wage war.

^4 (A)The King in his might ^(B)loves justice.^[a]
    You have established equity;
you have executed justice
    and righteousness in Jacob.