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Proverbs 11:12
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Proverbs 11:12
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Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense, but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.
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Proverbs 11:12 in Other Translations
KJV
12
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
ESV
12
Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense, but a man of understanding remains silent.
NLT
12
It is foolish to belittle one’s neighbor; a sensible person keeps quiet.
MSG
12
Mean-spirited slander is heartless; quiet discretion accompanies good sense.
CSB
12
Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks sense, but a man with understanding keeps silent.
Proverbs 11:12 In-Context
10
When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.
11
Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.
12
Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense, but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.
13
A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.
14
For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.
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Proverbs 14:21
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Job 6:24
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