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Proverbs 15:8

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The sacrifice made by the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh,
but the prayer of the upright is his delight.

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Proverbs 15:8 in other translations

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

Proverbs 15:8 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 15:8 in context

  1. 6In the house of the righteous is much treasure,
    but the income of the wicked brings trouble.
  2. 7The lips of the wise spread knowledge;
    not so with the heart of fools.
  3. 8The sacrifice made by the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh,
    but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
  4. 9The way of the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh,
    but he loves him who follows after righteousness.
  5. 10There is stern discipline for one who forsakes the way:
    whoever hates reproof shall die.

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