Proverbs 12:23-25

Tree of Life Version

²³A clever person conceals his knowledge,
but the heart of a fool blurts out folly.

²⁴The hand of the diligent will rule,
but the lazy will become forced labor.
²⁵An anxious heart weighs one down,
but a good word cheers him up.

Proverbs 12:23-25

New International Version

²³The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves,^(A)
but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.^(B)

²⁴Diligent hands will rule,
but laziness ends in forced labor.^(C)

²⁵Anxiety weighs down the heart,^(D)
but a kind word cheers it up.

Tree of Life Version (TLV)

New International Version (NIV)