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Proverbs 18:13

He that answereth before he heareth, a folly, it is to him, and, a reproach.

Proverbs 18:13 · Rotherham Emphasised Bible

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Proverbs 18:13 in other translations

KJV King James Version

He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

He who answers a matter before he hears it— this is folly and disgrace to him.

WEB World English Bible

He who answers before he hears, that is folly and shame to him.

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In context

10 A tower of strength, is the Name of Yahweh, thereinto, runneth the righteous, and is safe.

11 The substance of a rich man, is his strong city, and like a high wall, in his imagination.

12 Before grievous injury, a man’s heart is haughty, and, before honour, is humility.

13 He that answereth before he heareth, a folly, it is to him, and, a reproach.

14 The spirit of a man, sustaineth his sickness, but, a dejected spirit, who can bear it?

15 the heart of the intelligent, acquireth knowledge, yea, the ear of the wise, seeketh knowledge.

16 The gift of a man, maketh room for him, and, before great men, setteth him down.

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