Proverbs 16:22
Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.Proverbs 16:22 · WEB
This verse in other languages
- ગુજરાતી — નીતિવચનો ૧૬:૨૨
- જેની પાસે સમજ હોય તેને માટે સમજણ જીવનદાતા છે, પણ મૂર્ખ માટે શિક્ષા એ તેઓની મૂર્ખાઈ છે.
- हिन्दी — नीतिवचन १६:२२
- जिसमें बुद्धि है, उसके लिये वह जीवन का स्रोत है, परन्तु मूर्ख का दण्ड स्वयं उसकी मूर्खता है।
In context
20He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.
21The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
22Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.
23The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.
24Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
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