Proverbs 12:23
23 The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves, but a fool's heart blurts out folly.
Other Translations of Proverbs 12:23
King James Version
23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
English Standard Version
23 A prudent man conceals knowledge, but the heart of fools proclaims folly.
The Message
23 Prudent people don't flaunt their knowledge; talkative fools broadcast their silliness.
New King James Version
23 A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.
New Living Translation
23 The wise don't make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:23
Commentary on Proverbs 12:23
(Read Proverbs 12:23)
Foolish men proclaim to all the folly and emptiness of their minds.