Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 12:23
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Berean Standard Bible
A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly.
King James Version
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
World English Bible
A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.
American Standard Version
A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 12
21 No harm befalls the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble.
22 Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight.
23 A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly.
24 The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.
25 Anxiety weighs down the heart of a man, but a good word cheers it up.
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