12 Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.
12 It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
12 It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.
12 Good leaders abhor wrongdoing of all kinds; sound leadership has a moral foundation.
12 It is an abomination for kings to commit wickedness, For a throne is established by righteousness.
12 A king detests wrongdoing, for his rule is built on justice.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:12
Commentary on Proverbs 16:12
(Read Proverbs 16:12)
The ruler that uses his power aright, will find that to be his best security.