Proverbs 10:13 - Compare All Versions
Proverbs 10:13 MSG (The Message)
You’ll find wisdom on the lips of a person of insight, but the shortsighted needs a slap in the face.
Proverbs 10:13 KJV (King James Version)
In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: But a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.
Proverbs 10:13 NASB1995 (New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995)
On the lips of the discerning, wisdom is found, But a rod is for the back of him who lacks understanding.
Proverbs 10:13 NCV (New Century Version)
Wise people speak with understanding, but people without wisdom should be punished.
Proverbs 10:13 ASV (American Standard Version)
In the lips of him that hath discernment wisdom is found; But a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.
Proverbs 10:13 NIV (New International Version)
Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense.
Proverbs 10:13 NKJV (New King James Version)
Wisdom is found on the lips of him who has understanding, But a rod is for the back of him who is devoid of understanding.
Proverbs 10:13 AMP (Amplified Bible)
On the lips of the discerning, [skillful and godly] wisdom is found, But discipline and the rod are for the back of the one who is without common sense and understanding.
Proverbs 10:13 NLT (New Living Translation)
Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding, but those lacking sense will be beaten with a rod.
Proverbs 10:13 TPT (The Passion Translation)
Words of wisdom flow from the one with true discernment. But to the heartless, words of wisdom become like rods beating their backside.
Proverbs 10:13 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)
On the lips of him who has understanding, wisdom is found, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks sense.