Matthew Henry · Verse 3
Pride grows from that root of bitterness which is in the heart. The root must be plucked up, or we cannot conquer this branch. The prudent words of wise men get them out of difficulties.
Proverbs 14:3
The fool’s talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.
World English Bible
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WEBBE
The fool’s talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.
BSB
The proud speech of a fool brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.
KJV
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
ASV
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for [his] pride; But the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
BBE
In the mouth of the foolish man is a rod for his back, but the lips of the wise will keep them safe.
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