Proverbs 14:14-16

Complete Jewish Bible

¹⁴A backslider is filled up with his own ways,
but a good person gets satisfaction from himself.

¹⁵One who doesn’t think believes every word,
but the cautious understands his steps.

¹⁶A wise person fears and turns away from evil,
but a fool is reckless and overconfident.

Proverbs 14:14-16

New International Version

¹⁴The faithless will be fully repaid for their ways,^(A)
and the good rewarded for theirs.^(B)

¹⁵The simple believe anything,
but the prudent give thought to their steps.^(C)

¹⁶The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,^(D)
but a fool^(E) is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

Complete Jewish Bible (CJB)

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