Proverbs 15:7-9

New Century Version

⁷Wise people use their words to spread knowledge,
but there is no knowledge in the thoughts of fools.

⁸The Lord hates the sacrifice that the wicked offer,
but he likes the prayers of honest people.

⁹The Lord hates what evil people do,
but he loves those who do what is right.

Proverbs 15:7-9

New International Version

⁷The lips of the wise spread knowledge,^(A)
but the hearts of fools are not upright.

⁸The Lord detests the sacrifice^(B) of the wicked,^(C)
but the prayer of the upright pleases him.^(D)

⁹The Lord detests the way of the wicked,^(E)
but he loves those who pursue righteousness.^(F)

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