Psalm 11:5

Psalm 11:5 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

5The Lord examines the righteous,

but the wicked, those who love violence,

he hates with a passion.

5The Lord tests the righteous and the wicked,

And His soul hates one who loves violence.

5The Lord tests the righteous and the wicked,

And the one who loves violence His soul hates.

5The Lord tests the righteous and the wicked,

And His soul hates the [malevolent] one who loves violence. [James 1:12]

5The Lord tests the righteous and the wicked;

His soul hates the lover of violence.

5The Lord watches over those who do what is right.

But he really hates sinful people and those who love to hurt others.