Proverbs 11:12

12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace .

Proverbs 11:12 In-Context

10 When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth : and when the wicked perish , there is shouting.

11 By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted : but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace .

13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.

14 Where no counsel is, the people fall : but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.

Footnotes

• [a] void...: Heb. destitute of heart