Proverbs 15:26

The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:26

BSB
The LORD detests the thoughts of the wicked, but the words of the pure are pleasant to Him.
AKJV
The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.
CPDV
Evil intentions are an abomination to the Lord. And pure conversation, most beautiful, shall be confirmed by him.
ERV
Evil devices are an abomination to the LORD: but pleasant words are pure.
NHEB
The LORD detests the thoughts of the wicked, but the thoughts of the pure are pleasing.
SMT
The purposes of evil an abomination of Jehovah: and the pure speaking of pleasantness.

Commentary for Proverbs 15:26

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 15:26
Summary
God despises wicked thoughts; values pure speech
Event
God's response to thoughts and words
Estimated Time Period
c. 970 BC
Category
Wisdom