11 occurrences

'Detestable' in the Bible

Here are six things that the LORD hates seven, in fact, are detestable to him:

Verse ConceptsAbominationsAbominations, To GodAbominations, PracticesSheddingHate

For my mouth speaks the truth wickedness is detestable to me.

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

What the wicked person sacrifices is detestable how much more when he offers it with vile 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

The unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and whoever lives blamelessly is 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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