Proverbs 14:16

World English Bible

A wise man fears and shuns evil,
but the fool is hot headed and reckless.

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Proverbs 14:16 in other translations

A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil; But the fool beareth himself insolently, and is confident.

Proverbs 14:16 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 14:16 in context

  1. 14The unfaithful will be repaid for his own ways;
    likewise a good man will be rewarded for his ways.
  2. 15A simple man believes everything,
    but the prudent man carefully considers his ways.
  3. 16A wise man fears and shuns evil,
    but the fool is hot headed and reckless.
  4. 17He who is quick to become angry will commit folly,
    and a crafty man is hated.
  5. 18The simple inherit folly,
    but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.

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