26 The Lord detests the thoughts of the wicked, but gracious words are pure in his sight.

Other Translations of Proverbs 15:26

King James Version

26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord: but the words of the pure are pleasant pleasant...: Heb. words of pleasantness words.

English Standard Version

26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord, but gracious words are pure.

The Message

26 God can't stand evil scheming, but he puts words of grace and beauty on display.

New King James Version

26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord, But the words of the pure are pleasant.

New Living Translation

26 The Lord detests evil plans, but he delights in pure words.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 15:26

Commentary on Proverbs 15:26

(Read Proverbs 15:26)

The thoughts of wicked men offend Him who knows the heart.