Holy Scripture

Proverbs 15:8

A church father on this verse
“The sacrifices of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord, etc. The prayers, works, and sacrifices of heretics are abhorred by the Lord, and He accepts the vows of those who affirm the Catholic faith with righteous deeds.”
Bede, 8th c. — Commentary on Proverbs

Source: Septuagint

Original

8The sacrifices of the ungodly are an abomination to the Lord; But the prayers of them that walk honestly are acceptable with him.

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In context

6In the houses of the righteous is much strength: But the fruits of the ungodly shall perish.

7The lips of the wise are bound by discretion: But the hearts of the foolish are not safe.

— Proverbs 15:8 —

9The ways of an ungodly man are an abomination to the Lord; But he loves those that follow after righteousness.

10The instruction of the simple is known by them that pass by; But they that hate reproofs die disgracefully.

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