Proverbs 17:15

Old Testament Wisdom/Poetry ASV (1901)

He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah.

Proverbs 17:15 — American Standard Version

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Context — Proverbs 17

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12Let a bear robbed of her whelps meet a man, Rather than a fool in his folly.

13Whoso rewardeth evil for good, Evil shall not depart from his house.

14The beginning of strife is [as] when one letteth out water: Therefore leave off contention, before there is quarrelling.

15He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah.

16Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom, Seeing he hath no understanding?

17A friend loveth at all times; And a brother is born for adversity.

18A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.

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