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Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, since a throne is established through righteousness.
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American Standard Version
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness.
English Standard Version
It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.
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, Because 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.
New Living Translation
A king detests wrongdoing, for his rule is built on justice.
World English Bible
It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.