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Proverbs 15:9

American Standard Version

The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.

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Proverbs 15:9 in other translations

The way of the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh,
but he loves him who follows after righteousness.

Proverbs 15:9 · World English Bible

Proverbs 15:9 in context

  1. 7The lips of the wise disperse knowledge; But the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
  2. 8The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But the prayer of the upright is his delight.
  3. 9The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
  4. 10There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; And he that hateth reproof shall die.
  5. 11Sheol and Abaddon are before Jehovah; How much more then the hearts of the children of men!