Proverbs 12:15-16

Share

Proverbs 12:15-16 The Message (MSG)

Fools are headstrong and do what they like; wise people take advice. Fools have short fuses and explode all too quickly; the prudent quietly shrug off insults.

Proverbs 12:15-16 King James Version (KJV)

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: But he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. A fool's wrath is presently known: But a prudent man covereth shame.

Proverbs 12:15-16 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel. A fool’s anger is known at once, But a prudent man conceals dishonor.

Proverbs 12:15-16 New Century Version (NCV)

Fools think they are doing right, but the wise listen to advice. Fools quickly show that they are upset, but the wise ignore insults.

Proverbs 12:15-16 American Standard Version (ASV)

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel. A fool’s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.

Proverbs 12:15-16 New International Version (NIV)

The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice. Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.

Proverbs 12:15-16 New King James Version (NKJV)

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise. A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame.

Proverbs 12:15-16 Amplified Bible (AMP)

The way of the [arrogant] fool [who rejects God’s wisdom] is right in his own eyes, But a wise and prudent man is he who listens to counsel. [Prov 3:7; 9:9; 21:2] The [arrogant] fool’s anger is quickly known [because he lacks self-control and common sense], But a prudent man ignores an insult.

Proverbs 12:15-16 New Living Translation (NLT)

Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others. A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted.

Proverbs 12:15-16 The Passion Translation (TPT)

A fool is in love with his own opinion, but wisdom means being teachable. If you shrug off an insult and refuse to take offense, you demonstrate discretion indeed. But the fool has a short fuse and will immediately let you know when he’s offended.

Proverbs 12:15-16 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult.