Proverbs 15:9
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.In other versions
The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
ASV
The way of the evil-doer is disgusting to the Lord, but he who goes after righteousness is dear to him.
BBE
The way of a wicked [man] is an abomination to Jehovah; but him that pursueth righteousness he loveth.
DBY
The way of the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh, But he loves him who follows after righteousness.
WEB
An abomination to Jehovah `is' the way of the wicked, And whoso is pursuing righteousness He loveth.
YLT
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loves him that follows after righteousness.
ENG
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD; but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
WBT
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness.
BSB
In context
7The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
8The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
9The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
10Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.
11Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?