Proverbs 17:15

He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 17:15

BSB
Acquitting the guilty and condemning the righteous-both are detestable to the LORD.
AKJV
He that justifies the wicked, and he that comdemns the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD.
CPDV
Those who justify the impious, and those who condemn the just, both are abominable with God.
ERV
He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, both of them alike are an abomination to the LORD.
NHEB
He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous, both of them alike are an abomination to the LORD.
SMT
He justifying the unjust one and he condemning the just one, is an abomination to Jehovah, also they two.

Commentary for Proverbs 17:15

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 17:15
Summary
Perverting justice offends the Divine
Event
Condemnation of judicial corruption
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Law