Proverbs 20:5
New American Standard Bible
5 A plan in the heart of a person is like deep water,
But a person of understanding draws it out.
Proverbs 20:5
Revised Standard Version
5 The purpose in a man’s mind is like deep water,
but a man of understanding will draw it out.
Proverbs 20:18
New American Standard Bible
Proverbs 20:18
Revised Standard Version
18 Plans are established by counsel;
by wise guidance wage war.
Proverbs 23:9
New American Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 23:9 Lit in the ears of a
Proverbs 23:9
Revised Standard Version
9 Do not speak in the hearing of a fool,
for he will despise the wisdom of your words.
Proverbs 27:9
New American Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 27:9 Lit soul’s
Proverbs 27:9
Revised Standard Version
9 Oil and perfume make the heart glad,
but the soul is torn by trouble.[a]
Footnotes
- Proverbs 27:9 Gk: Heb the sweetness of his friend from hearty counsel
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