Proverbs 16:12-14

New American Standard Bible 1995

¹² It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts,
For a ^(A)throne is established on righteousness.
¹³ Righteous lips are the delight of kings,
And he who speaks right is loved.
¹⁴ The fury of a king is like messengers of death,
But a wise man will appease it.