Proverbs 12:23
“A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fooles proclaimeth foolishnesse.”
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Proverbs 12:23 Context
21There shall no euill happen to the iust: but the wicked shall bee filled with mischiefe. 22Lying lippes are abomination to the Lord: but they that deale truely, are his delight. 23A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fooles proclaimeth foolishnesse. 24The hand of the diligent shall beare rule: but the slouthfull shall bee vnder tribute. 25Heauinesse in the heart of man maketh it stoope: but a good word maketh it glad.
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Other Translations for Proverbs 12:23
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
- King James Version
A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims folly.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
- American Standard Version (1901)
A sharp man keeps back his knowledge; but the heart of foolish men makes clear their foolish thoughts.
- Basic English Bible
A prudent man concealeth knowledge; but the heart of the foolish proclaimeth folly.
- Darby Bible
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
- Webster's Bible
A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.
- World English Bible
A prudent man is concealing knowledge, And the heart of fools proclaimeth folly.
- Youngs Literal Bible
A prudent man concealeth knowledge; but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 12:23
12:23 Concealeth - He does not unseasonably utter what he knows. Foolishness - Betrays his ignorance and folly.