Proverbs 12:23-25
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
23 A prudent man conceals his knowledge,
but fools[a] proclaim their folly.
24 The hand of the diligent will rule,
while the slothful will be put to forced labor.
25 Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down,
but a good word makes him glad.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:23 Heb the heart of fools
Proverbs 12:23-25
New International Version
24 Diligent hands will rule,
but laziness ends in forced labor.(C)
25 Anxiety weighs down the heart,(D)
but a kind word cheers it up.
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