Proverbs 15:12-14

Living Bible

¹²A mocker stays away from wise men because he hates to be scolded.

¹³A happy face means a glad heart; a sad face means a breaking heart.

¹⁴A wise man is hungry for truth, while the mocker feeds on trash.

Proverbs 15:12-14

New International Version

¹²Mockers resent correction,^(A)
so they avoid the wise.

¹³A happy heart makes the face cheerful,^(B)
but heartache crushes the spirit.^(C)

¹⁴The discerning heart seeks knowledge,^(D)
but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.

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