Proverbs 10:13 - Compare All Versions

Deildu

You’ll find wisdom on the lips of a person of insight, but the shortsighted needs a slap in the face.

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.

On the lips of the discerning, wisdom is found, But a rod is for the back of him who lacks understanding.

Wise people speak with understanding, but people without wisdom should be punished.

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.

Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense.

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.

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.

Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding, but those lacking sense will be beaten with a rod.

Words of wisdom flow from the one with true discernment. But to the heartless, words of wisdom become like rods beating their backside.

On the lips of him who has understanding, wisdom is found, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks sense.