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Proverbs 15 :: New Living Translation (NLT)

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:1 - A gentle answer deflects anger,
but harsh words make tempers flare.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:2 - The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing,
but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:3 - The LORD is watching everywhere,
keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:4 - Gentle words are a tree of life;
a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:5 - Only a fool despises a parent’s[fn] discipline;
whoever learns from correction is wise.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:6 - There is treasure in the house of the godly,
but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:7 - The lips of the wise give good advice;
the heart of a fool has none to give.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:8 - The LORD detests the sacrifice of the wicked,
but he delights in the prayers of the upright.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:9 - The LORD detests the way of the wicked,
but he loves those who pursue godliness.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:10 - Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined;
whoever hates correction will die.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:11 - Even Death and Destruction[fn] hold no secrets from the LORD.
How much more does he know the human heart!

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:12 - Mockers hate to be corrected,
so they stay away from the wise.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:13 - A glad heart makes a happy face;
a broken heart crushes the spirit.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:14 - A wise person is hungry for knowledge,
while the fool feeds on trash.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:15 - For the despondent, every day brings trouble;
for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:16 - Better to have little, with fear for the LORD,
than to have great treasure and inner turmoil.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:17 - A bowl of vegetables with someone you love
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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:18 - A hot-tempered person starts fights;
a cool-tempered person stops them.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:19 - A lazy person’s way is blocked with briers,
but the path of the upright is an open highway.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:20 - Sensible children bring joy to their father;
foolish children despise their mother.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:21 - Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense;
a sensible person stays on the right path.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:22 - Plans go wrong for lack of advice;
many advisers bring success.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:23 - Everyone enjoys a fitting reply;
it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:24 - The path of life leads upward for the wise;
they leave the grave[fn] behind.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:25 - The LORD tears down the house of the proud,
but he protects the property of widows.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:26 - The LORD detests evil plans,
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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:27 - Greed brings grief to the whole family,
but those who hate bribes will live.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:28 - The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking;
the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:29 - The LORD is far from the wicked,
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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:30 - A cheerful look brings joy to the heart;
good news makes for good health.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:31 - If you listen to constructive criticism,
you will be at home among the wise.

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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:32 - If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself;
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Unchecked Copy BoxPro 15:33 - Fear of the LORD teaches wisdom;
humility precedes honor.
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NLT Footnotes
Hebrew father’s.
Hebrew Sheol and Abaddon.
Hebrew Sheol.
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Proverbs Chapter 15 — Additional Translations:

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