Proverbs 29:18-20

New Living Translation

¹⁸When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild.
But whoever obeys the law is joyful.

¹⁹Words alone will not discipline a servant;
the words may be understood, but they are not heeded.

²⁰There is more hope for a fool
than for someone who speaks without thinking.

Proverbs 29:18-20

New International Version

¹⁸Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint;
but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction.^(A)

¹⁹Servants cannot be corrected by mere words;
though they understand, they will not respond.

²⁰Do you see someone who speaks in haste?
There is more hope for a fool than for them.^(B)

New Living Translation (NLT)

New International Version (NIV)