Proverbs 10:13
Proverbs 10:13 The Message (MSG)
You’ll find wisdom on the lips of a person of insight, but the shortsighted needs a slap in the face.
Proverbs 10:13 King James Version (KJV)
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 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
On the lips of the discerning, wisdom is found, But a rod is for the back of him who lacks understanding.
Proverbs 10:13 New Century Version (NCV)
Wise people speak with understanding, but people without wisdom should be punished.
Proverbs 10:13 American Standard Version (ASV)
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 New International Version (NIV)
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 New King James Version (NKJV)
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 Amplified Bible (AMP)
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 New Living Translation (NLT)
Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding, but those lacking sense will be beaten with a rod.