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Proverbs 14:15
The innocent believeth every word: the discreet man considereth his steps. No good shall come to the deceitful son: but the wise servant shall prosper in his dealings, and his way shall be made straight.
Proverbs 14:15 · Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner)
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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 just to a man: but the ends thereof lead to death.
13 Laughter shall be mingled with sorrow, and mourning taketh hold of the ends of joy.
14 A fool shall be filled with his own ways, and the good man shall be above him.
15 The innocent believeth every word: the discreet man considereth his steps. No good shall come to the deceitful son: but the wise servant shall prosper in his dealings, and his way shall be made straight.
16 A wise man feareth, and declineth from evil: the fool leapeth over, and is confident.
17 The impatient man shall work folly: and the crafty man is hateful.
18 The childish shall possess folly, and the prudent shall look for knowledge.
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