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Proverbs 18:13-15
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised
Proverbs 18:13-15
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised
13 If one gives answer before hearing,
it is folly and shame.
14 The human spirit will endure sickness;
but a broken spirit—who can bear?
15 An intelligent mind acquires knowledge,
and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
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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