Proverbs 18:13-15
Darby Translation
13 He that giveth answer before he heareth, it is folly and shame unto him.
14 The spirit of a man sustaineth his infirmity; but a broken spirit who can bear?
15 The heart of an intelligent [man] getteth knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
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Proverbs 18:13-15
New International Version
13 To answer before listening—
that is folly and shame.(A)
14 The human spirit can endure in sickness,
but a crushed spirit who can bear?(B)
15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge,(C)
for the ears of the wise seek it out.
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