Proverbs 28:9

Proverbs 28:9 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

9If anyone turns a deaf ear to my instruction,

even their prayers are detestable.

9One who turns his ear away from listening to the Law,

Even his prayer is an abomination.

9He who turns away his ear from listening to the law,

Even his prayer is an abomination.

9He who turns his ear away from listening to the law [of God and man],

Even his prayer is repulsive [to God]. [Ps 66:18; 109:7; Prov 15:8; Zech 7:11]

9Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law,

even his prayer is detestable.

9If you don’t pay attention to my instruction,

even your prayers are hated.