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Proverbs 11:12
He that sheweth contempt for his neighbour, lacketh sense, but, a man of understanding, observeth silence.
Proverbs 11:12 · Rotherham Emphasised Bible
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Proverbs 11:12 in other translations
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment, but a man of understanding remains silent.
One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.
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In context
9 With the mouth, a profane man destroyeth his neighbour, but, through knowledge, shall righteous men be delivered.
10 When it is, well with the righteous, the city, exulteth, When the lawless perish, there is a shout of triumph.
11 When the upright are blessed, exalted is the city, but, by the mouth of the lawless, it is overthrown.
12 He that sheweth contempt for his neighbour, lacketh sense, but, a man of understanding, observeth silence.
13 He that goeth about talebearing, revealeth a secret, but, he that is faithful in spirit, concealeth a matter.
14 With no guidance, a people will fall, but, safety, lieth in the greatness of the counsellor.
15 He that becometh surety for a stranger, goeth to utter ruin, but, he that hateth striking hands, is secure.
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