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Proverbs 16:22
Understanding [is] a well-spring of life to him that hath it: but the instruction of fools [is] folly.
Proverbs 16:22 · Webster Bible
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Proverbs 16:22 in other translations
Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.
Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.
Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.
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In context
19 Better [it is to be] of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.
20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoever trusteth in the LORD, happy [is] he.
21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
22 Understanding [is] a well-spring of life to him that hath it: but the instruction of fools [is] folly.
23 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
24 Pleasant words [are as] a honey-comb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
25 There is a way that seemeth right to a man, but the end of it [is] the ways of death.
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