Proverbs 11:12
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12He who 4is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbor,
But a man of understanding holds his peace.
Footnotes
- 4Lit. lacks heart
Copyright 1982 Thomas Nelson, Inc.
In other versions
ESVEnglish Standard Version
Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense,
but a man of understanding remains silent.
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NIVNew International Version (2011)
Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,
but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.
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CSBChristian Standard Bible
Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks sense,
but a person with understanding keeps silent.
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NLTNew Living Translation
It is foolish to belittle one’s neighbor;
a sensible person keeps quiet.
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LEBThe Lexham English Bible
He who lacks sense belittles his neighbor,
but a person of intelligence will remain silent.
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KJV 1900King James Version
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour:
But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
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