Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 16:22
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Berean Standard Bible
Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.
King James Version
Understanding [is] a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools [is] folly.
World English Bible
Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.
American Standard Version
Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools is [their] folly.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 16
20 Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.
21 The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction.
22 Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.
23 The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
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