Proverbs 10:23
The Voice
23 Mischief is the sport of fools,
but wise actions bring joy to a person with insight.
Proverbs 10:23
New International Version
23 A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes,(A)
but a person of understanding delights in wisdom.
Proverbs 11:12
The Voice
12 Whoever puts down another is not wise,
but one who knows better keeps quiet.
Proverbs 11:12
New International Version
Proverbs 15:21
The Voice
21 Foolishness brings sheer joy to those who have no sense,
but people with insight steer a straight course through life.
Proverbs 15:21
New International Version
21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense,(A)
but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.
Proverbs 17:27
The Voice
27 Those with knowledge know when to be quiet,
and those with understanding know how to remain calm.
Proverbs 17:27
New International Version
Proverbs 20:5
The Voice
5 The real motives come from deep within a person—as from deep waters—
but a discerning person is able to draw them up and expose them.
Proverbs 20:5
New International Version
5 The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters,(A)
but one who has insight draws them out.
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