Proverbs 16:12
New Living Translation
12 A king detests wrongdoing,
for his rule is built on justice.
Proverbs 16:12
1599 Geneva Bible
12 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is stablished [a]by justice.
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- Proverbs 16:12 They are appointed by God to rule according to equity and justice.
Proverbs 16:12
English Standard Version
12 It is an abomination to kings to do evil,
for (A)the throne is established by righteousness.
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