Proverbs 16:12
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
In other versions
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness.
ASV
Evil-doing is disgusting to kings: for the seat of the ruler is based on righteousness.
BBE
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; for the throne is established by righteousness.
DBY
It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, For the throne is established by righteousness.
WEB
An abomination to kings `is' doing wickedness, For by righteousness is a throne established.
YLT
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
ENG
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
WBT
Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
BSB
In context
10A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
11A just weight and balance are the LORD's: all the weights of the bag are his work.
12It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
13Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
14The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.