Proverbs 17:15

American Standard Version

He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah.

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Proverbs 17:15 in other translations

He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous,
both of them alike are an abomination to Yahweh.

Proverbs 17:15 · World English Bible

Proverbs 17:15 in context

  1. 13Whoso rewardeth evil for good, Evil shall not depart from his house.
  2. 14The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: Therefore leave off contention, before there is quarrelling.
  3. 15He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah.
  4. 16Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom, Seeing he hath no understanding?
  5. 17A friend loveth at all times; And a brother is born for adversity.