Proverbs 14:15-17

Complete Jewish Bible

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.

¹⁷He who is quick-tempered does stupid things,
and one who does vile things is hated.

Proverbs 14:15-17

New International Version

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

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

¹⁷A quick-tempered person^(D) does foolish things,^(E)
and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.^(F)

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