Proverbs 14:3
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King James Version (modern wording)
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
Proverbs 14:3 (KJV)
American Standard Version
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod forhispride; But the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
Proverbs 14:3 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
The proud speech of a fool brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.
Proverbs 14:3 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 14:3 say?
Proverbs 14:3 in modern King James wording reads: "In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them."
Where is Proverbs 14:3 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 14:3 is verse 3 of chapter 14 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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