Proverbs 12:23 | |
NASB: A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims folly. (NASB ©1995) GWT: A sensible person [discreetly] hides knowledge, but foolish minds preach stupidity. (GOD'S WORD®) KJV: A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. ASV: A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. BBE: A sharp man keeps back his knowledge; but the heart of foolish men makes clear their foolish thoughts. DBY: A prudent man concealeth knowledge; but the heart of the foolish proclaimeth folly. JPS: A prudent man concealeth knowledge; but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. WBS: A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. WEB: A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness. YLT: A prudent man is concealing knowledge, And the heart of fools proclaimeth folly. | |
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