Proverbs 12:15-17

New Living Translation

¹⁵Fools think their own way is right,
but the wise listen to others.

¹⁶A fool is quick-tempered,
but a wise person stays calm when insulted.

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth;
a false witness tells lies.

Proverbs 12:15-17

New International Version

¹⁵The way of fools seems right to them,^(A)
but the wise listen to advice.^(B)

¹⁶Fools^(C) show their annoyance at once,^(D)
but the prudent overlook an insult.^(E)

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth,
but a false witness tells lies.^(F)

New Living Translation (NLT)

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