14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.

Other Translations of Proverbs 13:14

New International Version

14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death.

English Standard Version

14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, that one may turn away from the snares of death.

The Message

14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, so, no more drinking from death-tainted wells!

New King James Version

14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life, To turn one away from the snares of death.

New Living Translation

14 The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain; those who accept it avoid the snares of death.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:14

Commentary on Proverbs 13:14

(Read Proverbs 13:14)

The rule by which the wise regulate their conduct, is a fountain yielding life and happiness.