What does Proverbs 14:9 mean?

Proverbs 14:9 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 14:9 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.

7Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge.

8The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit.

9Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.

10The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy.

11The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.

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