Ecclesiastes 10:12
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King James Version (modern wording)
The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.
Ecclesiastes 10:12 (KJV)
American Standard Version
The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.
Ecclesiastes 10:12 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious, but the lips of a fool consume him.
Ecclesiastes 10:12 (BSB)
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What does Ecclesiastes 10:12 say?
Ecclesiastes 10:12 in modern King James wording reads: "The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself."
Where is Ecclesiastes 10:12 found in the Bible?
Ecclesiastes 10:12 is verse 12 of chapter 10 of the book of Ecclesiastes, in the Old Testament. Ecclesiastes has 12 chapters.
Which translations of Ecclesiastes 10:12 can I read here?
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