Proverbs 13:16

American Standard Version

Every prudent man worketh with knowledge; But a fool flaunteth his folly.

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Proverbs 13:16 in other translations

Every prudent man acts from knowledge,
but a fool exposes folly.

Proverbs 13:16 · World English Bible

Proverbs 13:16 in context

  1. 14The law of the wise is a fountain of life, That one may depart from the snares of death.
  2. 15Good understanding giveth favor; But the way of the transgressor is hard.
  3. 16Every prudent man worketh with knowledge; But a fool flaunteth his folly.
  4. 17A wicked messenger falleth into evil; But a faithful ambassador is health.
  5. 18Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth correction; But he that regardeth reproof shall be honored.