Proverbs 16:12
King James VersionSource notes
“an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.”
Context
9A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
10A divine sentence in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
11A just weight and balance the LORD’S: all the weights of the bag his work.
12an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
13Righteous lips the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
14The wrath of a king messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
15In the light of the king’s countenance life; and his favour as a cloud of the latter rain.