Proverbs 14:3
New Living Translation
3 A fool’s proud talk becomes a rod that beats him,
but the words of the wise keep them safe.
Proverbs 14:3
Legacy Standard Bible
3 In the mouth of the ignorant fool is a rod of lofty pride,
But (A)the lips of the wise will keep them.
Proverbs 14:8
New Living Translation
8 The prudent understand where they are going,
but fools deceive themselves.
Proverbs 14:8
Legacy Standard Bible
8 The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way,
But (A)the folly of fools is deceit.
Proverbs 14:15-16
New Living Translation
15 Only simpletons believe everything they’re told!
The prudent carefully consider their steps.
16 The wise are cautious[a] and avoid danger;
fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence.
Footnotes
- 14:16 Hebrew The wise fear.
Proverbs 14:15-16
Legacy Standard Bible
15 The simple believes everything,
But the prudent one discerns his steps.
16 A wise man fears and (A)turns away from evil,
But a fool gets angry and feels secure.
Proverbs 14:18
New Living Translation
18 Simpletons are clothed with foolishness,[a]
but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
Footnotes
- 14:18 Or inherit foolishness.
Proverbs 14:18
Legacy Standard Bible
18 The simple inherit folly,
But the prudent are [a]crowned with knowledge.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 14:18 Lit surrounded
Proverbs 14:24
New Living Translation
24 Wealth is a crown for the wise;
the effort of fools yields only foolishness.
Proverbs 14:24
Legacy Standard Bible
24 The (A)crown of the wise is their riches,
But the folly of fools is folly.
Proverbs 14:33
New Living Translation
33 Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart;
wisdom is not[a] found among fools.
Footnotes
- 14:33 As in Greek and Syriac versions; Hebrew lacks not.
Proverbs 14:33
Legacy Standard Bible
33 Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding,
But in the midst of fools it is merely made known.
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