Proverbs 17:24
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King James Version (modern wording)
Wisdom is before him that has understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.
Proverbs 17:24 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Wisdom is before the face of him that hath understanding; But the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.
Proverbs 17:24 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Wisdom is the focus of the discerning, but the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth.
Proverbs 17:24 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 17:24 say?
Proverbs 17:24 in modern King James wording reads: "Wisdom is before him that has understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth."
Where is Proverbs 17:24 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:24 is verse 24 of chapter 17 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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