Proverbs 15:9-10,18
Proverbs 15:9-10 New International Version (NIV)
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue righteousness. Stern discipline awaits anyone who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die.
Proverbs 15:18 New International Version (NIV)
A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel.
Proverbs 15:9-10 The Message (MSG)
A life frittered away disgusts GOD; he loves those who run straight for the finish line. It’s a school of hard knocks for those who leave God’s path, a dead-end street for those who hate God’s rules.
Proverbs 15:18 The Message (MSG)
Hot tempers start fights; a calm, cool spirit keeps the peace.
Proverbs 15:9-10 King James Version (KJV)
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness. Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: And he that hateth reproof shall die.
Proverbs 15:18 King James Version (KJV)
A wrathful man stirreth up strife: But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Proverbs 15:9-10 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
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.
Proverbs 15:18 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But the slow to anger calms a dispute.
Proverbs 15:9-10 New Century Version (NCV)
The LORD hates what evil people do, but he loves those who do what is right. The person who quits doing what is right will be punished, and the one who hates to be corrected will die.
Proverbs 15:18 New Century Version (NCV)
People with quick tempers cause trouble, but those who control their tempers stop a quarrel.
Proverbs 15:9-10 American Standard Version (ASV)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; But he loveth him that followeth after righteousness. There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; And he that hateth reproof shall die.
Proverbs 15:18 American Standard Version (ASV)
A wrathful man stirreth up contention; But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Proverbs 15:9-10 New King James Version (NKJV)
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, But He loves him who follows righteousness. Harsh discipline is for him who forsakes the way, And he who hates correction will die.
Proverbs 15:18 New King James Version (NKJV)
A wrathful man stirs up strife, But he who is slow to anger allays contention.
Proverbs 15:9-10 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The way [of life] of the wicked is hateful and exceedingly offensive to the LORD, But He loves one who pursues righteousness [personal integrity, moral courage and honorable character]. There is severe discipline for him who turns from the way [of righteousness]; And he who hates correction will die.
Proverbs 15:18 Amplified Bible (AMP)
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But he who is slow to anger and patient calms disputes.
Proverbs 15:9-10 New Living Translation (NLT)
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness. Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die.
Proverbs 15:18 New Living Translation (NLT)
A hot-tempered person starts fights; a cool-tempered person stops them.
Proverbs 15:9-10 The Passion Translation (TPT)
The Lord detests the lifestyle of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue purity. Severe punishment awaits the one who turns away from the truth, and those who rebel against correction will die.
Proverbs 15:18 The Passion Translation (TPT)
A touchy, hot-tempered man picks a fight, but the calm, patient man knows how to silence strife.