Proverbs 15:8

Proverbs chapter 15 · verse 8 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But the prayer of the upright is his delight.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But the prayer of the upright is his delight.

Context

v.7The lips of the wise disperse knowledge; But the heart of the foolishdoethnot so.

v.8This passage

v.9The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Proverbs 28:9

    He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.

  • 1 Chronicles 29:17

    I know also, my God, that thou triest the heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness. As for me, in the uprightness of my heart I have willingly offered all these things: and now have I seen with joy thy people, that are present here, offer willingly unto thee.

  • Proverbs 15:29

    Jehovah is far from the wicked; But he heareth the prayer of the righteous.

  • Amos 5:21

    I hate, I despise your feasts, and I will take no delight in your solemn assemblies.

  • Isaiah 66:3

    He that killeth an ox is as he that slayeth a man; he that sacrificeth a lamb, as he that breaketh a dog’s neck; he that offereth an oblation, as he that offereth swine’s blood; he that burneth frankincense, as he that blesseth an idol. Yea, they have chosen their own ways, and their soul delighteth in their abominations:

  • John 4:24

    God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship in spirit and truth.