Proverbs 13:16
Prudent people act out of knowledge in every decision, 1 but a fool parades his folly. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.
In Context
15Good insight wins favor, 1 but the way of the treacherous is never-ending. 1
17A wicked messenger falls into trouble, 1 but a faithful envoy brings reconciliation. 1
Cross References
1 Samuel 25:17Therefore know this and consider what you will do, for evil is plotted against our master, and against his whole house. He is such a worthless fellow that one cannot reason with him.”
Psalms 112:5It goes well for the man who deals graciously and lends money, 1 who conducts his affairs with honesty. 1
Proverbs 12:23A prudent man conceals his knowledge, 1 but the heart of fools shouts out folly. 1
Proverbs 15:2The tongue of wise people compliments knowledge, 1 but the mouth of fools pours out folly. 1
Ecclesiastes 10:3When a fool walks down a road, 2 his thinking is deficient, 3 proving to everyone he is a fool. 1
Isaiah 52:13Look, my servant will act wisely; 1 he will be high and lifted up, and he will be exalted. 1
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 13:16
15 Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard. If we compare not only the end, but the way, we shall find that religion has the advantage; for, 1. The way of saints is pleasant and agreeable: Good understanding gains favour with God and man; our Saviour grew in that favour when he increased in wisdom. Those that conduct themselves prudently, and order their conversation aright in every thing, that serve Christ in righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost, are accepted of God… Read the whole commentary →