Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 16:12 in English Standard Version "It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness." Pr 20:28 Steadfast love and faithfulness preserve the king, and by steadfast love his throne is upheld. Pr 25:5 take away the wicked from the presence of the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness. Pr 29:14 If a king faithfully judges the poor, his throne will be established forever. Isa 16:5 then a throne will be established in steadfast love, and on it will sit in faithfulness in the tent of David one who judges and seeks justice and is swift to do righteousness.”