Proverbs 15:9-11

English Standard Version

⁹The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,
    but he loves him ^(A)who pursues righteousness.
¹⁰There is ^(B)severe discipline for him who forsakes the way;
    ^(C)whoever hates reproof will die.
¹¹Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the Lord;
    how much more ^(D)the hearts of the children of man!

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Proverbs 15:9-11

New International Version

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

¹⁰Stern discipline awaits anyone who leaves the path;
the one who hates correction will die.^(C)

¹¹Death and Destruction^[a] lie open before the Lord^(D)—
how much more do human hearts!^(E)

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Proverbs 15:11 Hebrew Abaddon

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