Proverbs 14:15-16
English Standard Version
15 (A)The simple believes everything,
but the prudent gives thought to his steps.
16 (B)One who is wise is cautious[a] and (C)turns away from evil,
but a fool is reckless and careless.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 14:16 Or fears [the Lord]
Proverbs 14:15-16
New American Standard Bible
15 The naive believes everything,
But the sensible person considers his steps.
16 A wise person [a]is cautious and (A)turns away from evil,
But a fool is arrogant and careless.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 14:16 Lit fears
Proverbs 14:24-25
English Standard Version
24 The crown of the wise is their wealth,
but the folly of fools brings folly.
25 A truthful witness saves lives,
but one who (A)breathes out lies is deceitful.
Proverbs 14:24-25
New American Standard Bible
24 The (A)crown of the wise is their riches,
But the foolishness of fools is simply foolishness.
25 A truthful witness saves lives,
But one who (B)declares lies is [a]deceitful.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 14:25 Lit a fraud
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