33 Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known.[1]

Other Translations of Proverbs 14:33

King James Version

33 Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known.

English Standard Version

33 Wisdom rests in the heart of a man of understanding, but it makes itself known even in the midst of fools.Or Wisdom rests quietly in the heart of a man of understanding, but makes itself known in the midst of fools

The Message

33 Lady Wisdom is at home in an understanding heart - fools never even get to say hello.

New King James Version

33 Wisdom rests in the heart of him who has understanding, But what is in the heart of fools is made known.

New Living Translation

33 Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart; wisdom is not found among fools.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:33

Commentary on Proverbs 14:33

(Read Proverbs 14:33)

Wisdom possesses the heart, and thus regulates the affections and tempers.