Verse 16

The lazy person is wiser in their own eyes than seven people who answer sensibly.

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Referenced Verses

  • Prov 26:12 : 12 Do you see a person who is wise in their own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for them.
  • 1 Pet 3:15 : 15 But honor the Lord as holy in your hearts. Always be ready to give a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you.
  • Prov 12:15 : 15 The way of a fool seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice.