Verse Comparison: Proverbs 16:12
American Standard Version
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness.
Amplified® Bible
It is an abomination [to God and men] for kings to commit wickedness, for a throne is established {and} made secure by righteousness (moral and spiritual rectitude in every area and relation).
Contemporary English Version
Justice makes rulers powerful. They should hate evil
Darby English Version
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; for the throne is established by righteousness.
Good News Bible
Kings cannot tolerate evil, because justice is what makes a government strong.
King James Version
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
New American Standard Bible
It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts, For a throne is established on righteousness.
New International Version
Kings detest wrongdoing,
for a throne is established through righteousness.
New King James Version
It is an abomination for kings to commit wickedness,
For a throne is established by righteousness.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
A king acts abominably when he commits wicked acts, For a throne becomes established on righteousness.
Revised Standard Version
It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.
Young's Literal Translation
An abomination to kings `is' doing wickedness, For by righteousness is a throne established.
