American Standard Version
"Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools istheirfolly. "
— Proverbs 16:22, American Standard Version
“Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.”
“Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.”
“Insight is like a life-giving fountain to the one who possesses it, but folly leads to the discipline of fools.”
“Knowledge is a fountain of life to him that possesseth it: the instruction of fools is foolishness.”
“Wisdom is a fountain of life to him who has it; but the punishment of the foolish is their foolish behaviour.”
“Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.”
Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, Than to divide the spoil with the proud.
He that giveth heed unto the word shall find good; And whoso trusteth in Jehovah, happy is he.
The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools istheirfolly.
The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.
Pleasant words areas a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, But the end thereof are the ways of death.