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Proverbs 12:8-9
Revised Standard Version
Proverbs 12:8-9
Revised Standard Version
8 A man is commended according to his good sense,
but one of perverse mind is despised.
9 Better is a man of humble standing who works for himself
than one who plays the great man but lacks bread.
Proverbs 12:23
Revised Standard Version
Proverbs 12:23
Revised Standard Version
23 A prudent man conceals his knowledge,
but fools[a] proclaim their folly.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:23 Heb the heart of fools
Revised Standard Version (RSV)
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