Proverbs 15:9 - Compare All Versions
Proverbs 15:9 MSG (The Message)
A life frittered away disgusts GOD; he loves those who run straight for the finish line.
Proverbs 15:9 KJV (King James Version)
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 NASB1995 (New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But He loves one who pursues righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 NCV (New Century Version)
The LORD hates what evil people do, but he loves those who do what is right.
Proverbs 15:9 ASV (American Standard Version)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 NIV (New International Version)
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 NKJV (New King James Version)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But He loves him who follows righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 AMP (Amplified Bible)
The way [of life] of the wicked is hateful and exceedingly offensive to the LORD, But He loves one who pursues righteousness [personal integrity, moral courage and honorable character].
Proverbs 15:9 NLT (New Living Translation)
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness.
Proverbs 15:9 TPT (The Passion Translation)
The Lord detests the lifestyle of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue purity.
Proverbs 15:9 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, but he loves him who pursues righteousness.