Proverbs 23:9
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King James Version (modern wording)
Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of your words.
Proverbs 23:9 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Speak not in the hearing of a fool; For he will despise the wisdom of thy words.
Proverbs 23:9 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Do not speak to a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.
Proverbs 23:9 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 23:9 say?
Proverbs 23:9 in modern King James wording reads: "Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of your words."
Where is Proverbs 23:9 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 23:9 is verse 9 of chapter 23 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
Which translations of Proverbs 23:9 can I read here?
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