Proverbs 20:5
Expanded Bible
5 People’s ·thoughts [advice; purpose] can be like a deep ·well [L waters],
but someone with understanding can ·find the wisdom there [draw it out].
Proverbs 20:5
Amplified Bible
5
A plan (motive, wise counsel) in the heart of a man is like water in a deep well,
But a man of understanding draws it out.(A)
Proverbs 20:18
Expanded Bible
18 Get advice if you want your plans to ·work [be firm].
If you go to war, get ·the advice of others [guidance].
Proverbs 20:18
Amplified Bible
18
Plans are established by counsel;
So make war [only] with wise guidance.
Proverbs 23:9
Expanded Bible
9 Don’t speak in the ears of fools [Matt. 7:6];
they will only ·ignore [despise] your ·wise [insightful] words.
Proverbs 23:9
Amplified Bible
9
Do not speak in the ears of a fool,
For he will despise the [godly] wisdom of your words.(A)
Proverbs 27:9
Expanded Bible
9 The sweet smell of perfume and oils is pleasant,
and so is good advice from a friend.
Proverbs 27:9
Amplified Bible
9
Oil and perfume make the heart glad;
So does the sweetness of a friend’s counsel that comes from the heart.
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