Proverbs 12:8-9
Christian Standard Bible
8 A man is praised for his insight,
but a twisted mind is despised.
9 Better to be disregarded, yet have a servant,
than to act important but have no food.(A)
Proverbs 12:8-9
International Standard Version
8 A man is praised because of his wise words,
but the perverted mind[a] will be despised.
9 It’s better to be unimportant, yet have a servant,
than to pretend to be important, but lack food.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:8 Lit. heart
Proverbs 12:23
Christian Standard Bible
23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,
but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.(A)
Proverbs 12:23
International Standard Version
23 A prudent man keeps what he knows to himself,[a]
but the hearts of fools shout forth their foolishness.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:23 The Heb. lacks to himself
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