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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/15.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/15.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/15.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayers of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/15.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/15.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/15.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/15.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The LORD <i>is</i> far from the wicked, But He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, But He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/15.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, But He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, But He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yahweh is far from the wicked, But He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked [and distances Himself from them], But He hears the prayer of the [consistently] righteous [that is, those with spiritual integrity and moral courage].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/15.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/15.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehovah is far from the wicked; But he heareth the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/15.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD never even hears the prayers of the wicked, but he answers the prayers of all who obey him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/15.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/15.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is far from wicked people, but he hears the prayers of righteous people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/15.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />When good people pray, the LORD listens, but he ignores those who are evil. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/15.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is far away from the wicked, but he hears the prayers of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/15.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/15.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />YHWH [is] far from the wicked, "" And He hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Far is Jehovah from the wicked, And the prayer of the righteous He heareth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jehovah is far off from the unjust: and he will hear the prayer of the just.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The Lord is far from the wicked: and he will hear the prayers of the just. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The Lord is distant from the impious. And he will heed the prayers of the just.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/15.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but hears the prayer of the just. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked; but he hears the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/15.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH is far from the evil ones and he hears the prayer of the righteous.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/15.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The LORD is far from the wicked; But He heareth the prayer of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/15.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />God is far from the ungodly; but he hearkens to the prayers of the righteous. Better are small receipts with righteousness, than abundant fruits with unrighteousness. Let the heart of a man think justly, that his steps may be rightly ordered of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/15-29.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=3010" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/15.htm">A Gentle Answer Turns Away Wrath</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">28</span>The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil. <span class="reftext">29</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">The LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/7350.htm" title="7350: rā·ḥō·wq (V-Qal-InfAbs) -- Or rachoq; from rachaq; remote, literally or figuratively, of place or time; specifically, precious; often used adverbially.">is far</a> <a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: mê·rə·šā·‘îm (Prep-m:: Adj-mp) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">from the wicked,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: yiš·mā‘ (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">but He hears</a> <a href="/hebrew/8605.htm" title="8605: ū·ṯə·p̄il·laṯ (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- Prayer. From palal; intercession, supplication; by implication, a hymn.">the prayer</a> <a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: ṣad·dî·qîm (Adj-mp) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">of the righteous.</a> </span><span class="reftext">30</span>The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-15.htm">Psalm 34:15-16</a></span><br />The eyes of the LORD are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their cry. / But the face of the LORD is against those who do evil, to wipe out all memory of them from the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/4-8.htm">James 4:8</a></span><br />Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/59-1.htm">Isaiah 59:1-2</a></span><br />Surely the arm of the LORD is not too short to save, nor His ear too dull to hear. / But your iniquities have built barriers between you and your God, and your sins have hidden His face from you, so that He does not hear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-12.htm">1 Peter 3:12</a></span><br />For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-18.htm">Psalm 145:18-19</a></span><br />The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call out to Him in truth. / He fulfills the desires of those who fear Him; He hears their cry and saves them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/9-31.htm">John 9:31</a></span><br />We know that God does not listen to sinners, but He does listen to the one who worships Him and does His will.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/66-18.htm">Psalm 66:18-19</a></span><br />If I had cherished iniquity in my heart, the Lord would not have listened. / But God has surely heard; He has attended to the sound of my prayer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/5-14.htm">1 John 5:14-15</a></span><br />And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. / And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we already possess what we have asked of Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/1-15.htm">Isaiah 1:15</a></span><br />When you spread out your hands in prayer, I will hide My eyes from you; even though you multiply your prayers, I will not listen. Your hands are covered with blood.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-12.htm">Jeremiah 29:12-13</a></span><br />Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. / You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a></span><br />Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/18-41.htm">Psalm 18:41</a></span><br />They cried for help, but there was no one to save them—to the LORD, but He did not answer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/18-1.htm">Luke 18:1-8</a></span><br />Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray at all times and not lose heart: / “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor respected men. / And there was a widow in that town who kept appealing to him, ‘Give me justice against my adversary.’ ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/10-17.htm">Psalm 10:17</a></span><br />You have heard, O LORD, the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their hearts. You will incline Your ear,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-6.htm">Hebrews 11:6</a></span><br />And without faith it is impossible to please God. For anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The LORD is far from the wicked: but he hears the prayer of the righteous.</p><p class="hdg">far</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/10-1.htm">Psalm 10:1</a></b></br> Why standest thou afar off, O LORD? <i>why</i> hidest thou <i>thyself</i> in times of trouble?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-16.htm">Psalm 34:16</a></b></br> The face of the LORD <i>is</i> against them that do evil, to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/73-27.htm">Psalm 73:27</a></b></br> For, lo, they that are far from thee shall perish: thou hast destroyed all them that go a whoring from thee.</p><p class="hdg">he heareth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/15-8.htm">Proverbs 15:8</a></b></br> The sacrifice of the wicked <i>is</i> an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright <i>is</i> his delight.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-15.htm">Psalm 34:15-17</a></b></br> The eyes of the LORD <i>are</i> upon the righteous, and his ears <i>are open</i> unto their cry… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/66-18.htm">Psalm 66:18,19</a></b></br> If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear <i>me</i>: … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/13-8.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Far</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-8.htm">Heareth</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-8.htm">Hears</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-11.htm">Open</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-8.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-28.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-19.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-28.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-28.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/15-31.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-7.htm">Far</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-31.htm">Heareth</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-13.htm">Hears</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-31.htm">Open</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-9.htm">Prayer</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-13.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Sinners</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-13.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-4.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 15</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">A gentle answer turns away wrath</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/15.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/15.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The LORD is far from the wicked</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the separation between God and those who live in wickedness. In biblical context, "wicked" refers to those who reject God's commandments and live in sin. This separation is not just physical but spiritual, indicating a lack of fellowship and communion with God. The concept of God being "far" from the wicked is echoed in <a href="/isaiah/59-2.htm">Isaiah 59:2</a>, which states that iniquities create a barrier between humans and God. Historically, the Israelites understood that sin led to exile and separation from God's presence, as seen in the Babylonian captivity. This separation is a consequence of moral and spiritual rebellion against God's holiness.<p><b>but He hears the prayer of the righteous</b><br>In contrast to the wicked, the "righteous" are those who live in accordance with God's will and seek to maintain a relationship with Him. The assurance that God hears their prayers is a recurring theme in Scripture, as seen in <a href="/psalms/34-15.htm">Psalm 34:15</a>, which states that the eyes of the LORD are on the righteous and His ears are attentive to their cry. This reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people, where obedience and faithfulness result in divine favor and communication. Theologically, this phrase underscores the importance of righteousness as a condition for effective prayer, aligning with <a href="/james/5-16.htm">James 5:16</a>, which highlights the power of a righteous person's prayer. The ultimate fulfillment of righteousness is found in Jesus Christ, who, as the mediator, enables believers to approach God with confidence.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wicked.htm">The Wicked</a></b><br>Those who live in opposition to God's commands and principles, often characterized by sinful behavior and rebellion against God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_righteous.htm">The Righteous</a></b><br>Individuals who seek to live according to God's will, striving to follow His commandments and maintain a relationship with Him.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_proximity_to_the_righteous.htm">God's Proximity to the Righteous</a></b><br>God is attentive and responsive to those who live in accordance with His will. This encourages believers to pursue righteousness in their daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_barrier_of_wickedness.htm">The Barrier of Wickedness</a></b><br>Sin creates a distance between individuals and God. Recognizing this should lead to repentance and a desire to align one's life with God's standards.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_prayer.htm">The Power of Prayer</a></b><br>The prayers of the righteous are powerful and effective. Believers are encouraged to cultivate a life of prayer, knowing that God hears and responds to them.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/pursuing_righteousness.htm">Pursuing Righteousness</a></b><br>Righteousness is not about perfection but about a sincere effort to follow God's ways. This involves regular self-examination and a commitment to spiritual growth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness.htm">God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>God's promise to hear the prayers of the righteous is a testament to His faithfulness. Believers can trust in God's consistent character and His willingness to engage with them.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 15</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/if_god_is_omnipresent,_why_'far'_from_wicked.htm">Proverbs 15:29: If God is omnipresent, how can He be “far” from anyone, specifically the wicked? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'the_one_who_was,_is,_and_is_to_come'_mean.htm">Does God hear us if we ask by His will?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_god_hear_us_if_we_ask_by_his_will.htm">Does God hear us if we ask by His will?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_is_mastema_in_religious_texts.htm">What defines the path of the righteous?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/15.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(29) <span class= "bld">He heareth the prayer of the righteous.--</span>For they desire above all things to do His will, and so their petitions to this effect are heard by Him.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/15.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 29.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Lord is far from</span> <span class="cmt_word">the wicked.</span> The maxim is similar to that in ver. 8 and <a href="/john/9-31.htm">John 9:31</a>, "We know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and do his will, him he heareth." God is said to be "far" in the sense of not listening, not regarding with favour (comp. <a href="/psalms/10-1.htm">Psalm 10:1</a>). His attention to the righteous is seen in <a href="/psalms/145-18.htm">Psalm 145:18, 19</a>. The LXX. introduces here <a href="/proverbs/16-8.htm">Proverbs 16:8, 9</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/15-29.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is far</span><br /><span class="heb">רָח֣וֹק</span> <span class="translit">(rā·ḥō·wq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7350.htm">Strong's 7350: </a> </span><span class="str2">Remote, of place, time, precious</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from the wicked,</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵרְשָׁעִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(mê·rə·šā·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but He hears</span><br /><span class="heb">יִשְׁמָֽע׃</span> <span class="translit">(yiš·mā‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the prayer</span><br /><span class="heb">וּתְפִלַּ֖ת</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ṯə·p̄il·laṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8605.htm">Strong's 8605: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intercession, supplication, a hymn</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the righteous.</span><br /><span class="heb">צַדִּיקִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(ṣad·dî·qîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6662.htm">Strong's 6662: </a> </span><span class="str2">Just, righteous</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/15-29.htm">Proverbs 15:29 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/15-29.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 15:29 Yahweh is far from the wicked (Prov. 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