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Proverbs 15:2

World English Bible

The tongue of the wise commends knowledge,
but the mouth of fools gush out folly.

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Proverbs 15:2 in other translations

The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out folly.

Proverbs 15:2 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 15:2 in context

  1. 1A gentle answer turns away wrath,
    but a harsh word stirs up anger.
  2. 2The tongue of the wise commends knowledge,
    but the mouth of fools gush out folly.
  3. 3Yahweh’s eyes are everywhere,
    keeping watch on the evil and the good.
  4. 4A gentle tongue is a tree of life,
    but deceit in it crushes the spirit.