Proverbs 16:12 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness. It is an abomination to kings, etc. - In all these verses the wise man refers to monarchical government rightly administered. And the proverbs on this subject are all plain.

Proverbs 16:12

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