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Proverbs 14:15
The simple believeth every word; But the prudent man looketh well to his going.
Proverbs 14:15 · American Standard Version
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Proverbs 14:15 in other translations
The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps.
A simple man believes everything, but the prudent man carefully considers his ways.
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In context
12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man; But the end thereof are the ways of death.
13 Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; And the end of mirth is heaviness.
14 The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways; And a good man shall be satisfied from himself.
15 The simple believeth every word; But the prudent man looketh well to his going.
16 A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil; But the fool beareth himself insolently, and is confident.
17 He that is soon angry will deal foolishly; And a man of wicked devices is hated.
18 The simple inherit folly; But the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
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