Proverbs 16:12-14

Darby Translation

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

¹³Righteous lips are the delight of kings, and they love him that speaketh aright.

¹⁴The fury of a king is [as] messengers of death; but a wise man will pacify 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)

Darby Translation (DARBY)

New International Version (NIV)