Proverbs 15:9

Proverbs chapter 15 · verse 9 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

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

KJV

King James Version · 1611

The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the Lord: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

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

Context

v.8The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But the prayer of the upright is his delight.

v.9This passage

v.10There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; And he that hateth reproof shall die.

Cross references

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

  • Isaiah 51:1

    Hearken to me, ye that follow after righteousness, ye that seek Jehovah: look unto the rock whence ye were hewn, and to the hole of the pit whence ye were digged.

  • Isaiah 51:7

    Hearken unto me, ye that know righteousness, the people in whose heart is my law; fear ye not the reproach of men, neither be ye dismayed at their revilings.

  • Matthew 7:13

    Enter ye in by the narrow gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many are they that enter in thereby.

  • 2 Timothy 2:22

    But flee youthful lusts, and follow after righteousness, faith, love, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

  • Psalms 146:8

    Jehovah openeth the eyes of the blind; Jehovah raiseth up them that are bowed down; Jehovah loveth the righteous;

  • Proverbs 21:21

    He that followeth after righteousness and kindness Findeth life, righteousness, and honor.