Verse 12

It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.

Referenced Verses

  • Prov 25:5 : 5 Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
  • Prov 29:14 : 14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
  • Luke 12:48 : 48 But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.
  • Rev 19:11 : 11 And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.
  • Prov 28:9 : 9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his ayer shall be abomination.
  • Deut 25:16 : 16 For all that do such things, and all that do unrighteously, are an abomination unto the LORD thy God.
  • Ps 99:4 : 4 The king's strength also loveth judgment; thou dost establish equity, thou executest judgment and righteousness in Jacob.
  • Prov 20:18 : 18 Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.