Proverbs 28:10
Those who lead good people astray into evil ways will fall into their own traps, but the innocent will receive a good reward.
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9God hates the prayers of people who disregard the law.
11The rich see themselves as wise, but poor people with insight see right through them.
Cross References
Deuteronomy 7:12If you listen to these regulations and are careful to observe them, then the Lord your God will keep his agreement and the trustworthy love that he promised to your forefathers.
Psalms 7:15They dig a deep hole to catch people, but then fall into it themselves.
Psalms 37:11The humble will own the land; they will live there happily, in peace and prosperity.
Proverbs 10:3The Lord doesn't let good people go hungry, but he stops the wicked from getting what they want.
Proverbs 21:20The wise hold on to their wealth and olive oil, but stupid people use up everything they have.
Proverbs 28:18If you have integrity, you'll be kept safe, but if you live deviously, you'll fall.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 28:10
9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination. Note, 1. It is by the word and prayer that our communion with God is kept up. God speaks to us by his law, and expects we should hear him and heed him; we speak to him by prayer, to which we wait for an answer of peace. How reverent and serious should we be, whenever we are hearing from and speaking to the Lord of glory! 2. If God's word be not regarded by us, our prayers shall not only not be accepted of God, but they shall… Read the whole commentary →