📖 Proverbs — Chapter 15 (KJV)
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Proverbs 15:1 A Rsoft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Proverbs 15:2 The Rtongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools Tpoureth out foolishness.
Proverbs 15:3 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good.
Proverbs 15:4 RTA wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit.
Proverbs 15:5 A Rfool despiseth his father’s instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
Proverbs 15:6 In Rthe house of the righteous is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble.
Proverbs 15:7 The Rlips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
Proverbs 15:8 The Rsacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
Proverbs 15:9 RThe way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
Proverbs 15:10 TCorrection is Rgrievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.
Proverbs 15:11 RHell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?
Proverbs 15:12 A Rscorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
Proverbs 15:13 A Rmerry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
Proverbs 15:14 The Rheart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
Proverbs 15:15 RAll the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.
Proverbs 15:16 Better is Rlittle with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith.
Proverbs 15:17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.
Proverbs 15:18 A Rwrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Proverbs 15:19 The Rway of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous Tis made plain.
Proverbs 15:20 A Rwise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.
Proverbs 15:21 Folly is Rjoy to him that is Tdestitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.
Proverbs 15:22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.
Proverbs 15:23 A man hath Rjoy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in Tdue season, how good is it!
Proverbs 15:24 The Rway of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.
Proverbs 15:25 The LORD will Rdestroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.
Proverbs 15:26 The Rthoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are Tpleasant words.
Proverbs 15:27 RHe that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.
Proverbs 15:28 The Rheart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
Proverbs 15:29 The LORD is Rfar from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
Proverbs 15:30 The Rlight of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.
Proverbs 15:31 The Rear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.
Proverbs 15:32 He that Rrefuseth Tinstruction despiseth his own soul: but he that Theareth reproof Tgetteth understanding.
Proverbs 15:33 The Rfear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.
📚 Study This Chapter
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 15:1–11 — Gentle speech before the seeing Lord
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Soft answers defuse wrath while harsh words inflame it. God’s knowledge of human hearts makes both speech and inward motives accountable.
Key Truth: Answer gently and honestly.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “A soft answer turneth away ____ : but grievous words stir up anger.” (Proverbs 15:1)
Find it in Proverbs 15:1 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “In the house of the ____ is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked …” (Proverbs 15:6)
Find it in Proverbs 15:6 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “… the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the ____ of men?” (Proverbs 15:11)
Find it in Proverbs 15:11 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 15:12–22 — Love, teachability, and counsel
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
A loving modest meal surpasses rich food with hatred. Welcoming reproof and seeking counsel strengthen decisions and relationships.
Key Truth: Value love and wise counsel.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “A ____ loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go …” (Proverbs 15:12)
Find it in Proverbs 15:12 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “Better is a dinner of herbs where ____ is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.” (Proverbs 15:17)
Find it in Proverbs 15:17 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “Without ____ purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they …” (Proverbs 15:22)
Find it in Proverbs 15:22 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Proverbs 15:23–33 — Thoughtful answers and humility
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
Timely words bring joy, and the righteous study how to answer. Reverence teaches wisdom, and humility precedes honor.
Key Truth: Pause before speaking.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “A man hath ____ by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken …” (Proverbs 15:23)
Find it in Proverbs 15:23 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “The light of the eyes rejoiceth the ____ : and a good report maketh the bones fat.” (Proverbs 15:30)
Find it in Proverbs 15:30 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “The ____ of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before …” (Proverbs 15:33)
Find it in Proverbs 15:33 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
James 1:19 — Patience in speech helps resist anger.
This related passage is selected for its connection with this chapter. It is separate from the chapter text.
Reflect and Apply
What conversation needs a gentler and more considered answer?
Advanced Questions and Answers
Study this chapter’s wording, patterns, contrasts, and meaning in greater depth.
1. How can an answer affect escalating anger?
2. What prevents hiding conduct from the LORD?
3. What outweighs a costly meal in the household comparison?
4. How does righteous speech differ from wicked outpouring?
5. What comes before honour in the closing verse?
Notes
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