Proverbs 12:16,23 - Compare All Versions

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Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.

The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves, but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.

The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult.

A prudent man conceals knowledge, but the heart of fools proclaims folly.

A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted.

The wise don’t make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness.

A fool’s displeasure is known at once, but whoever ignores an insult is sensible.

A shrewd person conceals knowledge, but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.

A fool's wrath is presently known: But a prudent man covereth shame.

A prudent man concealeth knowledge: But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame.

A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.

Fools have short fuses and explode all too quickly; the prudent quietly shrug off insults.

Prudent people don’t flaunt their knowledge; talkative fools broadcast their silliness.

A fool’s anger is known at once, But a prudent person conceals dishonor.

A prudent person conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.

The [arrogant] fool’s anger is quickly known [because he lacks self-control and common sense], But a prudent man ignores an insult.

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]

A fool’s annoyance is known at once, but the prudent overlooks an insult.

The shrewd person conceals knowledge, but foolish people publicize folly.