9The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD,but he loves him who pursues righteousness.
Psalm 1 is a beautiful exposition of this proverb. The Lord Jesus also promises that they who “hunger and thirst for righteousness” will be satisfied (Matthew 5:6; cf. Matthew 6:33).
9 The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, but he loves him who pursues righteousness.