Proverbs 14:14-16

Modern English Version

¹⁴The backslider in heart will be filled with his own ways,
but a good man will be satisfied with his.

¹⁵The simple believes every word,
but the prudent man considers his steps.

¹⁶A wise man fears and departs from evil,
but the fool rages and is self-confident.

Proverbs 14:14-16

New International Version

¹⁴The faithless will be fully repaid for their ways,^(A)
and the good rewarded for theirs.^(B)

¹⁵The simple believe anything,
but the prudent give thought to their steps.^(C)

¹⁶The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,^(D)
but a fool^(E) is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

Modern English Version (MEV)

New International Version (NIV)