Proverbs 10:14 kjv — Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.

King James Version

"Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction."

— Proverbs 10:14, King James Version

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Proverbs 10 — Context

11

The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.

12

Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.

13

In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.

14

Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.

15

The rich man’s wealth is his strong city: the destruction of the poor is their poverty.

16

The labour of the righteous tendeth to life: the fruit of the wicked to sin.

17

He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth.

Proverbs 10:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 10:14 say?
Proverbs 10:14 in the King James Version reads: “Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.”
Where is Proverbs 10:14 in the Bible?
Proverbs 10:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 10, verse 14.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 10:14.
What translation should I read Proverbs 10:14 in?
Proverbs 10:14 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 10:14?
Proverbs 10:14 reads (KJV): “Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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