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Proverbs 13:16

World English Bible

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

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Proverbs 13:16 in other translations

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

Proverbs 13:16 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 13:16 in context

  1. 14The teaching of the wise is a spring of life,
    to turn from the snares of death.
  2. 15Good understanding wins favor,
    but the way of the unfaithful is hard.
  3. 16Every prudent man acts from knowledge,
    but a fool exposes folly.
  4. 17A wicked messenger falls into trouble,
    but a trustworthy envoy gains healing.
  5. 18Poverty and shame come to him who refuses discipline,
    but he who heeds correction shall be honored.