New Living Translation
A king detests wrongdoing, for his rule is built on justice.

American Standard Version
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; For the throne is established by righteousness.

Berean Study Bible
Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.

Douay-Rheims Bible
They that act wickedly are abominable to the king: for the throne is established by justice.

English Revised Version
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.

King James Bible
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.

World English Bible
It is an abomination for kings to do wrong, for the throne is established by righteousness.

Young's Literal Translation
An abomination to kings is doing wickedness, For by righteousness is a throne established.

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