Parallel Bible results for "Proverbs 15:1-7"

Proverbs 15:1-7

1 A sensitive answer turns back wrath, but an offensive word stirs up anger.

1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

2 The tongue of the wise enhances knowledge, but the mouth of a fool gushes with stupidity.

2 The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.

3 The LORD's eyes are everywhere, keeping watch on evil and good people.

3 The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good.

4 Wholesome speech is a tree of life, but dishonest talk breaks the spirit.

4 The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit.

5 A fool doesn't like a father's instruction, but those who heed correction are mature.

5 A fool spurns a parent’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction shows prudence.

6 Great treasure is in the house of the righteous, but the gain of the wicked brings trouble.

6 The house of the righteous contains great treasure, but the income of the wicked brings ruin.

7 The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but the hearts of fools have none.

7 The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but the hearts of fools are not upright.