Matthew Henry · Verse 12
A man of understanding does not judge of others by their success.
Proverbs 11:12
One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.
World English Bible
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WEBBE
One who despises his neighbour is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.
BSB
Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment, but a man of understanding remains silent.
KJV
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
ASV
He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
BBE
He who has a poor opinion of his neighbour has no sense, but a wise man keeps quiet.
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