Proverbs 15:14
“The heart of him that hath vnderstanding, seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fooles feedeth on foolishnesse.”
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Proverbs 15:14 Context
12A scorner loueth not one that reproueth him: neither will he goe vnto the wise. 13A merry heart maketh a cheerefull countenance: but by sorrow of the heart, the spirit is broken. 14The heart of him that hath vnderstanding, seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fooles feedeth on foolishnesse. 15All the dayes of the afflicted are euill: but he that is of a merry heart, hath a continuall feast. 16Better is little with the feare of the Lord, then great treasure, and trouble therewith.
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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:14
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
- King James Version
The mind of the intelligent seeks knowledge, But the mouth of fools feeds on folly.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge; But the mouth of fools feedeth on folly.
- American Standard Version (1901)
The heart of the man of good sense goes in search of knowledge, but foolish things are the food of the unwise.
- Basic English Bible
The heart of an intelligent [man] seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of the foolish feedeth on folly.
- Darby Bible
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
- Webster's Bible
The heart of one who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouths of fools feed on folly.
- World English Bible
The heart of the intelligent seeketh knowledge, And the mouth of fools enjoyeth folly.
- Youngs Literal Bible
The heart of him that hath discernment seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of fools feedeth on folly.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 15:14
15:14 Foolishness - Wickedness is meat and drink to them.