Proverbs 15:7
What does Proverbs 15:7 mean?
A plain-English look at Proverbs 15:7 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000The lips of the wise disperse knowledge; But the heart of the foolishdoethnot so.
KJV
King James Version · 1611The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901The lips of the wise disperse knowledge; But the heart of the foolishdoethnot so.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The lips of the wise keep knowledge, but the heart of the foolish man is not right.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862The lips of the wise scatter knowledge, And the heart of fools <FI>is<Fi> not right.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The lips of the wise shall disperse knowledge: the heart of fools shall be unlike.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890The lips of the wise disperse knowledge, but not so the heart of the foolish.
Context
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Matthew 28:18
And Jesus came to them and spake unto them, saying, All authority hath been given unto me in heaven and on earth.
- Psalms 78:2
I will open my mouth in a parable; I will utter dark sayings of old,
- Romans 10:14
How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?
- Acts 18:9
And the Lord said unto Paul in the night by a vision, Be not afraid, but speak and hold not thy peace:
- Matthew 12:34
Ye offspring of vipers, how can ye, being evil, speak good things? for out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh.
- Psalms 45:2
Thou art fairer than the children of men; Grace is poured into thy lips: Therefore God hath blessed thee for ever.
Related questions readers ask
Keep reading
Want to dig deeper? Explore Proverbs 15
Hand-picked devotionals, topical studies, and pastoral answers that draw on Proverbs 15.
Topics that quote it
Topic
Bible Verses About Anger
The Bible addresses anger directly, offering wisdom on its destructive potential and how believers can manage it righteously.
Topic
Bible Verses About Broken Relationships
The Bible offers guidance and comfort for navigating the pain and challenges of broken relationships, emphasizing reconciliation, forgiveness, and God's love.
Topic
Bible Verses About Conflict Resolution
What does the Bible teach us about resolving conflicts and finding peace with others according to God's Word?
What the Bible says about…
Verses for this moment
Verses for
Bible Verses for Anxiety Before a Job Interview
Quiet your nerves and walk in with steady steps — six verses to pray on the way.
Verses for
Bible Verses for When You Can't Sleep Because of Anxious Thoughts
Verses to read in bed when your mind won't stop.
Verses for
Bible Verses for Fear of Failure
When the fear of failing is louder than the dream — verses to keep moving.