King James Version (KJV) Authorized Version 1611
Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 15) Proverbs 15:8-9 KJV
"The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight. The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness."
Proverbs 15:8-9 in Context (Verses 5–12 KJV)
5
A fool despiseth his father’s instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
6
In the house of the righteous is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble.
7
The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
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The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
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The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
10
Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.*
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Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?
12
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.