Proverbs 14:3
English Standard Version
3 By the mouth of a fool comes (A)a rod for his back,[a]
(B)but the lips of the wise will preserve them.
Notas al pie
- Proverbs 14:3 Or In the mouth of a fool is a rod of pride
Proverbs 14:3
Christian Standard Bible
3 The proud speech of a fool brings a rod of discipline,[a]
but the lips of the wise protect them.(A)
Notas al pie
- 14:3 Some emend to In the mouth of a fool is a rod for his back
Proverbs 14:7-9
English Standard Version
7 Leave the presence of a fool,
for there you do not meet words of knowledge.
8 The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way,
but the folly of fools is deceiving.
9 (A)Fools mock at the guilt offering,
but the upright enjoy acceptance.[a]
Notas al pie
- Proverbs 14:9 Hebrew but among the upright is acceptance
Proverbs 14:7-9
Christian Standard Bible
7 Stay away from a foolish person;
you will gain no knowledge from his speech.(A)
8 The sensible person’s wisdom is to consider his way,
but the stupidity of fools deceives them.
9 Fools mock at making reparation,[a]
but there is goodwill among the upright.
Notas al pie
- 14:9 Or at guilt offerings
Proverbs 14:15-17
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.
17 A man of (D)quick temper acts foolishly,
and a man of evil devices is hated.
Notas al pie
- Proverbs 14:16 Or fears [the Lord]
Proverbs 14:15-17
Christian Standard Bible
16 A wise person is cautious and turns from evil,(B)
but a fool is easily angered and is careless.[b]
17 A quick-tempered person acts foolishly,
and one who schemes is hated.(C)
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