Proverbs 15:9-19
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9 The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
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10 Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.
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11 Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?
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12 A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
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13 A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
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14 The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
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15 All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.
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16 Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith.
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17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.
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18 A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
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19 The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain.