16 All who are prudent act with[1] knowledge, but fools expose their folly.

Other Translations of Proverbs 13:16

King James Version

16 Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.

English Standard Version

16 In everything the prudent acts with knowledge, but a fool flaunts his folly.

The Message

16 A commonsense person lives good sense; fools litter the country with silliness.

New King James Version

16 Every prudent man acts with knowledge, But a fool lays open his folly.

New Living Translation

16 Wise people think before they act; fools don't-and even brag about their foolishness.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:16

Commentary on Proverbs 13:16

(Read Proverbs 13:16)

It is folly to talk of things of which we know nothing, and to undertake what we are no way fit for.