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Proverbs Chapter 15 verse 9 Holy Bible

ASV Proverbs 15:9

The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
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BBE Proverbs 15:9

The way of the evil-doer is disgusting to the Lord, but he who goes after righteousness is dear to him.
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DARBY Proverbs 15:9

The way of a wicked [man] is an abomination to Jehovah; but him that pursueth righteousness he loveth.
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KJV Proverbs 15:9

The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
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WBT Proverbs 15:9


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WEB Proverbs 15:9

The way of the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh, But he loves him who follows after righteousness.
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YLT Proverbs 15:9

An abomination to Jehovah `is' the way of the wicked, And whoso is pursuing righteousness He loveth.
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Pulpit Commentary

Pulpit CommentaryVerse 9. - This verse gives the reason for the treatment specified in the preceding verse (comp. Proverbs 11:20; Proverbs 12:22). Followeth after; chaseth, implying effort and perseverance, as in the pursuit of game (Proverbs 11:19; Proverbs 21:21).

Ellicott's Commentary