A person will be praised according to his insight,
But one of perverse [a]mind will be despised.
Better is one who is lightly esteemed and has a servant,
Than one who honors himself and lacks bread.

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Notas al pie

  1. Proverbs 12:8 Lit heart

A man is praised for his insight,
but a twisted mind is despised.

Better to be disregarded, yet have a servant,
than to act important but have no food.(A)

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23 A (A)prudent person conceals knowledge,
But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.

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23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,
but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.(A)

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