20 occurrences in 12 translations

'Detestable' in the Bible

for the devious are detestable to the Lord,but He is a friend to the upright.

Verse ConceptsAbominationsBad InfluenceAbominations, To GodDeviousnessFriendship Kjv

For my mouth tells the truth,and wickedness is detestable to my lips.

Verse ConceptsMouthsSpeaking TruthTelling The Truth

The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the Lord,but the prayer of the upright is His delight.

Verse ConceptsAbominationsNominal ReligionPleasing GodAbominations, To GodAnswered Promises

The lifestyle of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but he loves those who ardently pursue righteousness.

Verse ConceptsPursuingRighteousness, Of BelieversPathways Of SinAbominations, To GodEvil Ways

The sacrifice of a wicked person is detestable—how much more sowhen he brings it with ulterior motives!

Verse ConceptsAbominations, To GodAbominations, Practicesshunningmotives

Though he speaks graciously, don't believe him, for there are seven detestable things in his heart.

Verse ConceptsSeven ThingsNot Believing People

An unjust man is detestable to the righteous,and one whose way is uprightis detestable to the wicked.

Verse ConceptsAbominationsHating EvilHating The RighteousHate

Bible Theasaurus

Abhorrent (32 instances)
Abominable (80 instances)
Detestable (167 instances)
Hateful (20 instances)
Obscene (16 instances)
Odious (11 instances)
Repugnant (10 instances)
Repulsive (18 instances)

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Strong's
Root Form
Definition
Usage
שׁקּץ שׁקּוּץ 
Shiqquwts 
Usage: 28

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