Proverbs 16:12

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Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.
World English Bible (WEB)
It is an abomination{H8441} to kings{H4428} to commit{H6213}{(H8800)} wickedness{H7562}: for the throne{H3678} is established{H3559}{(H8735)} by righteousness{H6666}.
Strong's King James
Its detestable for kings to commit wrong, A throne is established upon righteousness.
The F.O.G
The F.O.G Paraphrase
An abomination to kings is doing wickedness, For by righteousness is a throne established.
Young's Literal Translation

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