14 The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.

Other Translations of Proverbs 15:14

New International Version

14 The discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.

English Standard Version

14 The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouths of fools feed on folly.

The Message

14 An intelligent person is always eager to take in more truth; fools feed on fast-food fads and fancies.

New King James Version

14 The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge, But the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness.

New Living Translation

14 A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while the fool feeds on trash.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 15:14

Commentary on Proverbs 15:14

(Read Proverbs 15:14)

A wise man seeks to gain more wisdom, growing in grace and in the knowledge of Christ. But a carnal mind rests contented, flattering itself.

11 The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.

Other Translations of Proverbs 10:11

New International Version

11 The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.

English Standard Version

11 The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.

The Message

11 The mouth of a good person is a deep, life-giving well, but the mouth of the wicked is a dark cave of abuse.

New King James Version

11 The mouth of the righteous is a well of life, But violence covers the mouth of the wicked.

New Living Translation

11 The words of the godly are a life-giving fountain; the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 10:11

Commentary on Proverbs 10:11

(Read Proverbs 10:11)

The good man's mouth is always open to teach, comfort, and correct others.