Proverbs 16:22

Proverbs chapter 16 · verse 22 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools istheirfolly.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools istheirfolly.

Context

v.21The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

v.22This passage

v.23The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • John 6:63

    It is the spirit that giveth life; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I have spoken unto you are spirit, and are life.

  • Proverbs 14:27

    The fear of Jehovah is a fountain of life, That one may depart from the snares of death.

  • Proverbs 13:14

    The law of the wise is a fountain of life, That one may depart from the snares of death.

  • Proverbs 18:4

    The words of a man’s mouth areasdeep waters; The wellspring of wisdom is as a flowing brook.

  • Proverbs 15:2

    The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out folly.

  • Matthew 15:14

    Let them alone: they are blind guides. And if the blind guide the blind, both shall fall into a pit.