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Proverbs 15:14

World English Bible

The heart of one who has understanding seeks knowledge,
but the mouths of fools feed on folly.

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Proverbs 15:14 in other translations

The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge; But the mouth of fools feedeth on folly.

Proverbs 15:14 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 15:14 in context

  1. 12A scoffer doesn’t love to be reproved;
    he will not go to the wise.
  2. 13A glad heart makes a cheerful face,
    but an aching heart breaks the spirit.
  3. 14The heart of one who has understanding seeks knowledge,
    but the mouths of fools feed on folly.
  4. 15All the days of the afflicted are wretched,
    but one who has a cheerful heart enjoys a continual feast.
  5. 16Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh,
    than great treasure with trouble.