Proverbs 8:13

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

If you respect the LORD, you will hate evil. I hate pride and conceit and deceitful lies.

Cross References

Job 1:1

Many years ago, a man named Job lived in the land of Uz. He was a truly good person, who respected God and refused to do evil.

Job 28:28

God told us, “Wisdom means that you respect me, the Lord, and turn from sin.”

Psalm 101:3

I refuse to be corrupt or to take part in anything crooked,

Psalm 119:104

They give me understanding and make me hate all lies.

Psalm 119:128

I follow all your commands, but I hate anyone who leads me astray.

Psalm 138:6

Though you are above us all, you care for humble people, and you keep a close watch on everyone who is proud.

Psalm 97:10

Love the LORD and hate evil! God protects his loyal people and rescues them from violence.

Exodus 1:17

But the two women were faithful to God and did not kill the boys, even though the king had told them to.

Proverbs 10:31

Honest people speak sensibly, but deceitful liars will be silenced.

Proverbs 15:9

The LORD is disgusted with all who do wrong, but he loves everyone who does right.

Proverbs 16:18

Too much pride will destroy you.

Proverbs 16:5

The LORD doesn't like anyone who is conceited— you can be sure they will be punished.

Proverbs 16:6

If we truly love God, our sins will be forgiven; if we show him respect, we will keep away from sin.

Proverbs 3:7

Don't ever think that you are wise enough, but respect the LORD and stay away from evil.

Proverbs 4:24

Never tell lies or be deceitful in what you say.

Proverbs 6:12

Worthless liars go around

Isaiah 13:11

I will punish this evil world and its people because of their sins. I will crush the horrible pride of those who are cruel.

Amos 5:15

Choose good instead of evil! See that justice is done. Perhaps I, the LORD All-Powerful, will be kind to what's left of your people.

Amos 6:8

The LORD God All-Powerful has sworn by his own name: “You descendants of Jacob make me angry by your pride, and I hate your fortresses. And so I will surrender your city and possessions to your enemies.”

Zechariah 8:17

Don't ever plan evil things against others or tell lies under oath. I, the LORD, hate such things.

Romans 12:9

Be sincere in your love for others. Hate everything that is evil and hold tight to everything that is good.

1 Thessalonians 5:22

and don't have anything to do with evil.

2 Timothy 2:19

But the foundation that God has laid is solid. On it is written, “The Lord knows who his people are. So everyone who worships the Lord must turn away from evil.”

1 Peter 5:5

All you young people should obey your elders. In fact, everyone should be humble towards everyone else. The Scriptures say, “God opposes proud people, but he helps everyone who is humble.”

1 Samuel 2:3

I can tell those proud people, “Stop your boasting! Nothing is hidden from the LORD, and he judges what we do.”