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Scripture Context
Proverbs 15:7 - Proverbs 15:17
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 unto the Lord; but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
10 Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way; and he that hateth reproof shall die.
11 Hell and destruction are before the Lord; how much more then the hearts of the children of men?
12 A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him; neither will he go unto the wise.
13 A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance; but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
14 The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
15 All the days of the afflicted are evil; but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.
16 Better is little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasure and trouble therewith.
17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.