Proverbs 16:12-14

Jubilee Bible 2000

¹²¶ It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness, for the throne is to be established with righteousness.

¹³¶ Righteous lips are the delight of kings, and they love him that speaks that which is right.

¹⁴¶ The wrath of the king is as a messenger of death, but the wise man will avoid it.

Proverbs 16:12-14

New International Version

¹²Kings detest wrongdoing,
for a throne is established through righteousness.^(A)

¹³Kings take pleasure in honest lips;
they value the one who speaks what is right.^(B)

¹⁴A king’s wrath is a messenger of death,^(C)
but the wise will appease it.^(D)

Jubilee Bible 2000 (JUB)

New International Version (NIV)