Proverbs 10:23
New Living Translation
23 Doing wrong is fun for a fool,
but living wisely brings pleasure to the sensible.
Proverbs 10:23
International Standard Version
23 Just as the fool considers wickedness his joy,
so is wisdom to the discerning man.
Proverbs 11:12
New Living Translation
12 It is foolish to belittle one’s neighbor;
a sensible person keeps quiet.
Proverbs 11:12
International Standard Version
12 Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense,
but the discerning man controls his comments.
Proverbs 15:21
New Living Translation
21 Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense;
a sensible person stays on the right path.
Proverbs 15:21
International Standard Version
21 Stupidity is the delight of the senseless,
but an understanding man walks uprightly.
Proverbs 17:27
New Living Translation
27 A truly wise person uses few words;
a person with understanding is even-tempered.
Proverbs 17:27
International Standard Version
27 Whoever controls what he says is knowledgeable;
anyone who has a calm spirit is a man of understanding.
Proverbs 20:5
New Living Translation
5 Though good advice lies deep within the heart,
a person with understanding will draw it out.
Proverbs 20:5
International Standard Version
5 The intentions of a person’s heart are deep waters,
but a discerning person reveals them.
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