Proverbs 10:8 nasb — The wise of heart will receive commands, But a babbling fool will be ruined.

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"The wise of heart will receive commands, But a babbling fool will be ruined."

— Proverbs 10:8, NASB

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Proverbs 10:8 in Other Translations

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“The wise in heart accept commandments, but a chattering fool will fall.”
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“The wise person accepts instructions, but the one who speaks foolishness will come to ruin.”
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Proverbs 10 — Context

He who gathers in summer is a son who acts wisely, But he who sleeps in harvest is a son who acts shamefully.

Blessings are on the head of the righteous, But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.

The memory of the righteous is blessed, But the name of the wicked will rot.

The wise of heart will receive commands, But a babbling fool will be ruined.

He who walks in integrity walks securely, But he who perverts his ways will be found out.

He who winks the eye causes trouble, And a babbling fool will be ruined.

The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.

Proverbs 10:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 10:8 say?

Proverbs 10:8 in the NASB reads: “The wise of heart will receive commands, But a babbling fool will be ruined.”

Where is Proverbs 10:8 in the Bible?

Proverbs 10:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 10, verse 8.

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 10:8.

What translation should I read Proverbs 10:8 in?

Proverbs 10:8 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 10:8?

Proverbs 10:8 reads (NASB): “The wise of heart will receive commands, But a babbling fool will be ruined.” 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.

Proverbs 10:8 nasb — The wise of heart will receive commands, But a babbling fool will be ruined.

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