English Revised Version

Proverbs 15:5-13 English Revised Version (ERV)

5. A fool despiseth his father's correction: but he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence.

6. In the house of the righteous is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble.

7. The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.

8. The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.

9. The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.

10. There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.

11. Sheol and Abaddon are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men!

12. A scorner loveth not to be reproved: he will not go unto the wise.

13. A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken.