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Proverbs 13:16
Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly.
Proverbs 13:16 · Berean Standard Bible
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Proverbs 13:16 in other translations
Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.
Every prudent man acts from knowledge, but a fool exposes folly.
Every prudent man acts from knowledge, but a fool exposes folly.
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In context
13 He who despises instruction will pay the penalty, but the one who respects a command will be rewarded.
14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death.
15 Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the faithless is difficult.
16 Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly.
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.
18 Poverty and shame come to him who ignores discipline, but whoever heeds correction is honored.
19 Desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but turning from evil is detestable to fools.
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