Proverbs 16:12
Proverbs 16:12 The Message (MSG)
Good leaders abhor wrongdoing of all kinds; sound leadership has a moral foundation.
Proverbs 16:12 King James Version (KJV)
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: For the throne is established by righteousness.
Proverbs 16:12 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts, For a throne is established on righteousness.
Proverbs 16:12 New Century Version (NCV)
Kings hate those who do wrong, because governments only continue if they are fair.
Proverbs 16:12 American Standard Version (ASV)
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness.
Proverbs 16:12 New International Version (NIV)
Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.
Proverbs 16:12 New King James Version (NKJV)
It is an abomination for kings to commit wickedness, For a throne is established by righteousness.
Proverbs 16:12 Amplified Bible (AMP)
It is repulsive [to God and man] for kings to behave wickedly, For a throne is established on righteousness (right standing with God).
Proverbs 16:12 New Living Translation (NLT)
A king detests wrongdoing, for his rule is built on justice.