Proverbs 12:15-16

New International Version

¹⁵The way of fools seems right to them,^(A)
but the wise listen to advice.^(B)

¹⁶Fools^(C) show their annoyance at once,^(D)
but the prudent overlook an insult.^(E)

Proverbs 12:15-16

King James Version

¹⁵The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.

¹⁶A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.

Proverbs 12:15-16

New King James Version

¹⁵^(A)The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,
But he who heeds counsel is wise.
¹⁶^(B)A fool’s wrath is known at once,
But a prudent man covers shame.

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Proverbs 12:15-16

English Standard Version

¹⁵^(A)The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,
but a wise man listens to advice.
¹⁶^(B)The vexation of a fool is known at once,
but the prudent ignores an insult.

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Proverbs 12:15-16

New American Standard Bible

¹⁵The ^(A)way of a fool is right in his own eyes,
But a person who listens to advice is wise.
¹⁶A ^(B)fool’s anger is known at once,
But a prudent person conceals dishonor.

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