💡WEB · Proverbs 15:11
What does Proverbs 15:11 mean?
"Sheol and Abaddon are before Yahweh— how much more then the hearts of the children of men!"
— Proverbs 15:11 (World English Bible)
Surrounding context
The sacrifice made by the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh, but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
The way of the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh, but he loves him who follows after righteousness.
There is stern discipline for one who forsakes the way: whoever hates reproof shall die.
Sheol and Abaddon are before Yahweh— how much more then the hearts of the children of men!
A scoffer doesn’t love to be reproved; he will not go to the wise.
A glad heart makes a cheerful face; but an aching heart breaks the spirit.
The heart of one who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouths of fools feed on folly.
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