Proverbs 15:9
Proverbs 15:9 The Message (MSG)
A life frittered away disgusts GOD; he loves those who run straight for the finish line.
Proverbs 15:9 King James Version (KJV)
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But He loves one who pursues righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 New Century Version (NCV)
The LORD hates what evil people do, but he loves those who do what is right.
Proverbs 15:9 American Standard Version (ASV)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 New International Version (NIV)
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 New King James Version (NKJV)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But He loves him who follows righteousness.
Proverbs 15:9 Amplified Bible (AMP)
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 New Living Translation (NLT)
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness.