Proverbs 12:13-15

Complete Jewish Bible

¹³The wicked is trapped by his own sinful speech,
but the righteous finds a way out of trouble.

¹⁴One can be filled with good as the result of one’s words,
and one gets the reward one’s deeds deserve.

¹⁵Fools suppose their way is straight,
but the wise pay attention to advice.

Proverbs 12:13-15

New International Version

¹³Evildoers are trapped by their sinful talk,^(A)
and so the innocent escape trouble.^(B)

¹⁴From the fruit of their lips people are filled with good things,^(C)
and the work of their hands brings them reward.^(D)

¹⁵The way of fools seems right to them,^(E)
but the wise listen to advice.^(F)

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