Proverbs 12:23

A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.

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WEBBE

A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.

BSB

A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly.

KJV

A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

ASV

A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

BBE

A sharp man keeps back his knowledge; but the heart of foolish men makes clear their foolish thoughts.

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Matthew Henry · Verse 23

Foolish men proclaim to all the folly and emptiness of their minds.

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