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Proverbs 18:13-15
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Proverbs 18:13-15
Holman Christian Standard Bible
13 The one who gives an answer before he listens—
this is foolishness and disgrace for him.(A)
14 A man’s spirit can endure sickness,
but who can survive a broken spirit?(B)
15 The mind of the discerning acquires knowledge,
and the ear of the wise seeks it.(C)
Proverbs 18:13-15
New International Version
Proverbs 18:13-15
New International Version
13 To answer before listening—
that is folly and shame.(A)
14 The human spirit can endure in sickness,
but a crushed spirit who can bear?(B)
15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge,(C)
for the ears of the wise seek it out.
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