Proverbs 12:15-16,22-23
Proverbs 12:15-16 The Message (MSG)
Fools are headstrong and do what they like; wise people take advice. Fools have short fuses and explode all too quickly; the prudent quietly shrug off insults.
Proverbs 12:22-23 The Message (MSG)
God can’t stomach liars; he loves the company of those who keep their word. Prudent people don’t flaunt their knowledge; talkative fools broadcast their silliness.
Proverbs 12:15-16 King James Version (KJV)
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: But he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. A fool's wrath is presently known: But a prudent man covereth shame.
Proverbs 12:22-23 King James Version (KJV)
Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: But they that deal truly are his delight. A prudent man concealeth knowledge: But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
Proverbs 12:15-16 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel. A fool’s anger is known at once, But a prudent man conceals dishonor.
Proverbs 12:22-23 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, But those who deal faithfully are His delight. A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims folly.
Proverbs 12:15-16 New Century Version (NCV)
Fools think they are doing right, but the wise listen to advice. Fools quickly show that they are upset, but the wise ignore insults.
Proverbs 12:22-23 New Century Version (NCV)
The LORD hates those who tell lies but is pleased with those who keep their promises. Wise people keep what they know to themselves, but fools can’t keep from showing how foolish they are.
Proverbs 12:15-16 American Standard Version (ASV)
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel. A fool’s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
Proverbs 12:22-23 American Standard Version (ASV)
Lying lips are an abomination to Jehovah; But they that deal truly are his delight. A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
Proverbs 12:15-16 New International Version (NIV)
The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice. Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.
Proverbs 12:22-23 New International Version (NIV)
The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy. The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves, but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.
Proverbs 12:15-16 New King James Version (NKJV)
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise. A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame.
Proverbs 12:22-23 New King James Version (NKJV)
Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, But those who deal truthfully are His delight. A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.
Proverbs 12:15-16 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The way of the [arrogant] fool [who rejects God’s wisdom] is right in his own eyes, But a wise and prudent man is he who listens to counsel. [Prov 3:7; 9:9; 21:2] The [arrogant] fool’s anger is quickly known [because he lacks self-control and common sense], But a prudent man ignores an insult.
Proverbs 12:22-23 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Lying lips are extremely disgusting to the LORD, But those who deal faithfully are His delight. [Prov 6:17; 11:20; Rev 22:15] A shrewd man is reluctant to display his knowledge [until the proper time], But the heart of [over-confident] fools proclaims foolishness. [Is 32:6]
Proverbs 12:15-16 New Living Translation (NLT)
Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others. A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted.
Proverbs 12:22-23 New Living Translation (NLT)
The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth. The wise don’t make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness.
Proverbs 12:15-16 The Passion Translation (TPT)
A fool is in love with his own opinion, but wisdom means being teachable. If you shrug off an insult and refuse to take offense, you demonstrate discretion indeed. But the fool has a short fuse and will immediately let you know when he’s offended.
Proverbs 12:22-23 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Live in the truth and keep your promises, and the Lord will keep delighting in you, but he detests a liar. Those who possess wisdom don’t feel the need to impress others with what they know, but foolish ones make sure their ignorance is on display.
Proverbs 12:15-16 English Standard Version Revision 2016 (ESV)
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult.