Proverbs 15:29

The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:29

BSB
The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.
AKJV
The LORD is far from the wicked: but he hears the prayer of the righteous.
CPDV
The Lord is distant from the impious. And he will heed the prayers of the just.
ERV
The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
NHEB
The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.
SMT
Jehovah is far off from the unjust: and he will hear the prayer of the just.

Commentary for Proverbs 15:29

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 15:29
Summary
God ignores the wicked but heeds righteous prayer
Event
God's differential response to supplication
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Promise