Proverbs 17:24
English Standard Version
24 (A)The discerning sets his face toward wisdom,
but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.
Proverbs 17:24
Common English Bible
24 Wisdom is right in front of those with understanding,
but the eyes of fools are off to the edges of the earth.
Proverbs 18:15
English Standard Version
15 An intelligent heart acquires knowledge,
and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
Proverbs 18:15
Common English Bible
15 An understanding mind gains knowledge;
the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
Proverbs 19:8
English Standard Version
Proverbs 19:8
Common English Bible
8 Those who acquire good sense love themselves;
those who keep understanding find success.
Proverbs 20:5
English Standard Version
5 The purpose in a man's heart is like (A)deep water,
but a man of understanding will draw it out.
Proverbs 20:5
Common English Bible
5 Advice comes from the deep waters of the heart;
those with understanding can draw it out.
Proverbs 20:12
English Standard Version
Proverbs 20:12
Common English Bible
12 Ears to hear and eyes to see—
the Lord made them both.
Proverbs 28:7
English Standard Version
7 The one who keeps the law is a son with understanding,
but (A)a companion of gluttons shames his father.
Proverbs 28:7
Common English Bible
7 Intelligent children follow Instruction,
but those who befriend gluttons shame their parents.
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