Proverbs 12:23 - Compare All Versions
Proverbs 12:23 NIV (New International Version)
The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves, but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.
Proverbs 12:23 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)
A prudent man conceals knowledge, but the heart of fools proclaims folly.
Proverbs 12:23 NLT (New Living Translation)
The wise don’t make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness.
Proverbs 12:23 CSB (Christian Standard Bible)
A shrewd person conceals knowledge, but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.
Proverbs 12:23 KJV (King James Version)
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
Proverbs 12:23 NKJV (New King James Version)
A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.
Proverbs 12:23 MSG (The Message)
Prudent people don’t flaunt their knowledge; talkative fools broadcast their silliness.
Proverbs 12:23 NASB2020 (New American Standard Bible - NASB)
A prudent person conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.
Proverbs 12:23 AMP (Amplified Bible)
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 12:23 NET (New English Translation)
The shrewd person conceals knowledge, but foolish people publicize folly.