Proverbs 16:12 - The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann

Bible Comments

v. 12. It is an abomination to kings, it makes them objects of loathing and contempt, to commit wickedness, the setting aside of right and justice causes both God and men to despise them; for the throne is established by righteousness, regal power is sustained by righteousness in its constant application, not by the arbitrariness of the despot.

Proverbs 16:12

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