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Proverbs 18:15

The heart of the man of good sense gets knowledge; the ear of the wise is searching for knowledge.

Proverbs 18:15 · Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 18:15 in other translations

KJV King James Version

The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.

WEB World English Bible

The heart of the discerning gets knowledge. The ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

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In context

12 Before destruction the heart of man is full of pride, and before honour goes a gentle spirit.

13 To give an answer before hearing is a foolish thing and a cause of shame.

14 The spirit of a man will be his support when he is ill; but how may a broken spirit be lifted up?

15 The heart of the man of good sense gets knowledge; the ear of the wise is searching for knowledge.

16 A man's offering makes room for him, letting him come before great men.

17 The man who first puts his cause before the judge seems to be in the right; but then his neighbour comes and puts his cause in its true light.

18 The decision of chance puts an end to argument, parting the strong.

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