Verse 16

Wiser `is' the slothful in his own eyes, Than seven `men' returning a reason.

Referenced Verses

• Prov 26:12 : 12 Thou hast seen a man wise in his own eyes, More hope of a fool than of him!
• 1 Pet 3:15 : 15 and the Lord God sanctify in your hearts. And `be' ready always for defence to every one who is asking of you an account concerning the hope that `is' in you, with meekness and fear;
• Prov 12:15 : 15 The way of a fool `is' right in his own eyes, And whoso is hearkening to counsel `is' wise.