15
If a skillful man hear a wise word, he will commend it and add unto it; but as soon as one of no understanding heareth it, it displeaseth him and he casteth it behind his back.
13
The knowledge of a wise man shall abound like a flood, and his counsel is like a pure fountain of life.
14
The inner parts of a fool are like a broken vessel, and he will hold no knowledge as long as he liveth.
15
If a skillful man hear a wise word, he will commend it and add unto it; but as soon as one of no understanding heareth it, it displeaseth him and he casteth it behind his back.
16
The talking of a fool is like a burden in the way, but grace shall be found in the lips of the wise.
17
They inquire at the mouth of the wise man in the congregation, and they shall ponder his words in their heart.
Third Millennium Bible (TMB), New Authorized Version, Copyright 1998 by Deuel Enterprises, Inc., Gary, SD 57237. All rights reserved.