Proverbs 12:15-17

King James Version

¹⁵The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.

¹⁶A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.

¹⁷He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.

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Proverbs 12:15-17

New International Version

¹⁵The way of fools seems right to them,^(A)
but the wise listen to advice.^(B)

¹⁶Fools^(C) show their annoyance at once,^(D)
but the prudent overlook an insult.^(E)

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth,
but a false witness tells lies.^(F)

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Proverbs 12:15-17

New King James Version

¹⁵^(A)The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,
But he who heeds counsel is wise.
¹⁶^(B)A fool’s wrath is known at once,
But a prudent man covers shame.

¹⁷^(C)He who speaks truth declares righteousness,
But a false witness, deceit.

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Proverbs 12:15-17

English Standard Version

¹⁵^(A)The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,
    but a wise man listens to advice.
¹⁶^(B)The vexation of a fool is known at once,
    but the prudent ignores an insult.
¹⁷^(C)Whoever speaks^[a] the truth gives honest evidence,
    but ^(D)a false witness utters deceit.