Proverbs 14:9 - King James Version (Oxford) 1769

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

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Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

Fools make a mock of sin and sin mocks the fools [who are its victims; a sin offering made by them only mocks them, bringing them disappointment and disfavor], but among the upright there is the favor of God. [Prov. 10:23.]

American Standard Version (1901)

A trespass-offering mocketh fools; But among the upright there is good will.

Common English Bible

Fools mock a compensation offering, but favor is with those who do right.

Catholic Public Domain Version

The foolish will speak mockingly of sin. But grace lingers among the just.