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Proverbs 17:15 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Proverbs 17:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 17 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD.”
Proverbs 17:15 (KJV)
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Commentary on Proverbs 17:15
He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD. Both injustices—acquitting guilty and condemning innocent—are equally abominable (to'evat YHVH, תּוֹעֲבַת יְהוָה) to God. This proverb establishes God's passion for justice. He abhors both types of perversion. Modern examples: exonerating criminals through corruption or convicting innocent through prejudice. The gospel addresses both—Christ, the Just One, was condemned (1 Peter 3:18) so the wicked justified through faith might be declared righteous (Romans 4:5). Only God's justice satisf...
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Cross-References for Proverbs 17:15
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“nor to deprive the innocent of justice.”
“but deny justice for the innocent!”
“These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.”
“and the fruit of righteousness into bitterness;”
“but the prayer of the upright is his delight.”
“neither are your ways my ways”
“and cast down righteousness to the earth:”
“and how great are your sins-- you who afflict the just”
“the base fellows”