Proverbs 15:8
Proverbs chapter 15 · verse 8 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But the prayer of the upright is his delight.
KJV
King James Version · 1611The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But the prayer of the upright is his delight.
Context
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.