I think we're on the same page, Karl. Yes, I think it is another person who
angers the king, but the anger of the king is a by-product of an action that
occurs within the subject. That is, it has the feel to me of unintentionally
crossing the king, rather than deliberately crossing him. I therefore like
your translation choice, 'cross', because I think it conveys the action well.
Regards,
GEORGE ATHAS
Moore Theological College (Sydney, Australia)
www.moore.edu.au