Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 18:13
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Berean Standard Bible
He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him.
King James Version
He that answereth a matter before he heareth [it], it [is] folly and shame unto him.
World English Bible
He who answers before he hears, that is folly and shame to him.
American Standard Version
He that giveth answer before he heareth, It is folly and shame unto him.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 18
11 A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city; it is like a high wall in his imagination.
12 Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
13 He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him.
14 The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?
15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.
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