Nehr · Proverbs 15

Proverbs 15:2

The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.

Proverbs 15:2, King James Version
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World English Bible (WEB)

The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, But the mouth of fools gush out folly.

American Standard Version (ASV)

The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out folly.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

The tongue of the wise maketh knowledge good, And the mouth of fools uttereth folly.

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