Proverbs 14:3-5

New Living Translation

³A fool’s proud talk becomes a rod that beats him,
but the words of the wise keep them safe.

⁴Without oxen a stable stays clean,
but you need a strong ox for a large harvest.

⁵An honest witness does not lie;
a false witness breathes lies.

Proverbs 14:3-5

New International Version

³A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride,^(A)
but the lips of the wise protect them.^(B)

⁴Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty,
but from the strength of an ox^(C) come abundant harvests.

⁵An honest witness does not deceive,
but a false witness pours out lies.^(D)

New Living Translation (NLT)

New International Version (NIV)