Proverbs 12:23
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
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Referenced Verses
- Prov 11:13 : 13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
- Prov 10:14 : 14 Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.
- Prov 10:19 : 19 In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.
- Eccl 10:12-14 : 12 The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself. 13 The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness: and the end of his talk is mischievous madness. 14 A fool also is full of words: a man cannot tell what shall be; and what shall be after him, who can tell him?
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14The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
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12The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.
13The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness: and the end of his talk is mischievous madness.
14A fool also is full of words: a man cannot tell what shall be; and what shall be after him, who can tell him?
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15The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
16A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.
17He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated.
18The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
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3The foolishness of man perverteth his way: and his heart fretteth against the LORD.
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5O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart.