Proverbs 15:8 nasb — The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.

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"The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight."

— Proverbs 15:8, NASB

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KJV
“The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.”
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ASV
“The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But the prayer of the upright is his delight. ”
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WEB
“The sacrifice made by the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh, but the prayer of the upright is his delight.”
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NET
“The LORD abhors the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright pleases him.”
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DRB
“The victims of the wicked are abominable to the Lord: the vows of the just are acceptable.”
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Proverbs 15 — Context

A fool rejects his father's discipline, But he who regards reproof is sensible.

Great wealth is in the house of the righteous, But trouble is in the income of the wicked.

The lips of the wise spread knowledge, But the hearts of fools are not so.

The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.

The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But He loves one who pursues righteousness.

Grievous punishment is for him who forsakes the way; He who hates reproof will die.

Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD, How much more the hearts of men!

Proverbs 15:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 15:8 say?

Proverbs 15:8 in the NASB reads: “The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.”

Where is Proverbs 15:8 in the Bible?

Proverbs 15:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 15, verse 8.

Who wrote Proverbs?

Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.

What is the book of Proverbs about?

Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.

What are the major themes of Proverbs?

Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 15:8.

What translation should I read Proverbs 15:8 in?

Proverbs 15:8 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Proverbs 15:8?

Proverbs 15:8 reads (NASB): “The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Proverbs 15:8 nasb — The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But the prayer of the upright is His delight.

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