Proverbs 10:13

Holman Christian Standard Bible

¹³Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning,
but a rod is for the back of the one who lacks sense.^(A)

Proverbs 10:13

King James Version

¹³In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.

⁶A fool’s lips lead to strife,
and his mouth provokes a beating.^(A)

⁶A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.

³A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey,^(A)
and a rod for the backs of fools.^(B)

³A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back.

Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

King James Version (KJV)

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