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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].
10 
There is severe discipline for him who [a]turns from the way [of righteousness];
And he who hates correction will die.
11 
Sheol (the nether world, the place of the dead) and Abaddon (the abyss, the place of eternal punishment) lie open before the Lord
How much more the hearts and inner motives of the children of men.(A)

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:10 Lit forsakes.

The Lord detests the way of the wicked,(A)
    but he loves those who pursue righteousness.(B)

10 Stern discipline awaits anyone who leaves the path;
    the one who hates correction will die.(C)

11 Death and Destruction[a] lie open before the Lord(D)
    how much more do human hearts!(E)

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:11 Hebrew Abaddon