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Proverbs 11:12

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12He who 4is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbor,

But a man of understanding holds his peace.

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  1. 4Lit. lacks heart

In other versions

ESVEnglish Standard Version

Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense,

but a man of understanding remains silent.

NIVNew International Version (2011)

Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,

but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.

CSBChristian Standard Bible

Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks sense,

but a person with understanding keeps silent.

NLTNew Living Translation

It is foolish to belittle one’s neighbor;

a sensible person keeps quiet.

LEBThe Lexham English Bible

He who lacks sense belittles his neighbor,

but a person of intelligence will remain silent.

KJV 1900King James Version

He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour:

But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.