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Proverbs 15:14
The heart of the wise seeketh instruction: and the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
Proverbs 15:14 · Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner)
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Proverbs 15:14 in other translations
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.
The heart of one who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouths of fools feed on folly.
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In context
11 Hell and destruction are before the Lord: how much more the hearts of the children of men?
12 A corrupt man loveth not one that reproveth him: nor will he go to the wise.
13 A glad heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by grief of mind the spirit is cast down.
14 The heart of the wise seeketh instruction: and the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
15 All the days of the poor are evil: a secure mind is like a continual feast.
16 Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasures without content.
17 It is better to be invited to herbs with love, than to a fatted calf with hatred.
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