Proverbs
King James Version (KJV)
Proverbs 15:14
“The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.”
King James Version (KJV)
Proverbs 15:14 Context
11Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men? 12A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise. 13A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken. 14The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness. 15All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast. 16Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith. 17Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.
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Translation Details for Proverbs 15:14
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
Other Translations for Proverbs 15:14
Bible Commentary for Proverbs 15:14
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 15:14
15:14 Foolishness - Wickedness is meat and drink to them.
The heart of him that hath vnderstanding, seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fooles feedeth on foolishnesse.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
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