Proverbs 12:23-25

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

²³ A prudent man is reluctant to display his knowledge, but the heart of [self-confident] fools proclaims their folly.^(A)

²⁴ The hand of the diligent will rule, but the slothful will be put to forced labor.

²⁵ Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down, but an encouraging word makes it glad.^(B)