9 The light of the righteous rejoices,(AH)But the lamp of the wicked will be put out. NKJV Proverbs 12 1 Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, But he who hates correction is stupid. But the stomach of the wicked shall be in want. Any other use of the NKJV must be in conformity with the Quotation Policy for the New King James Version. The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise. 18 Poverty and shame will come to him who [h]disdains correction,But (AR)he who regards a rebuke will be honored. 7:9; James 1:19, Gen. 49:18; Job 13:15; [Ps. Proverbs 12:15 NKJV. 16:9; Job 34:21; Prov. ... No entry exists in Adam Clarke for Proverbs 12:15. NASB ©: The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel. 16:7; 2 Chr. Proverbs 12:15 New King James Version << Proverbs 11 | Proverbs 12 | Proverbs 13 >> 15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise. 2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the spirits. 26 The righteous should choose his friends carefully,For the way of the wicked leads them astray. Sign up for these short lessons that answer basic questions about the Bible, Job 34:11; Prov. Proverbs Chapter 15 (JKV) Proverbs 15 King James Version (KJV) 1 A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger. Proverbs 12 New King James Version (NKJV) The House of the Righteous Shall Stand 12 Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, But he who hates correction is stupid. Proverbs 14:1–35 14 The wise woman builds her house, But the foolish pulls it down with her hands. 10 (I)A righteous man regards the life of his animal,But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel. 24 (AV)He who spares his rod hates his son,But he who loves him disciplines him [k]promptly. 17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble,But (AQ)a faithful ambassador brings health. 29 (BR)He who is slow to wrath has great understanding,But he who is [r]impulsive exalts folly. Bible Language English. 16:17; 32:19; Zech. Proverbs 12:15. Than he who honors himself but lacks bread. 31 (BU)He who oppresses the poor reproaches (BV)his Maker,But he who honors Him has mercy on the needy. 3 A man is not established by wickedness,But the (A)root of the righteous cannot be moved. 20 (BM)The poor man is hated even by his own neighbor,But [o]the rich has many (BN)friends.21 He who despises his neighbor sins;(BO)But he who has mercy on the poor, happy is he. 3 A man is not established by wickedness, But the root of the righteous cannot be moved. 4 (AE)The soul of a lazy man desires, and has nothing;But the soul of the diligent shall be made rich. 13 (CN)A merry heart makes a cheerful [y]countenance,But (CO)by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken. 19 (CT)The way of the lazy man is like a hedge of thorns,But the way of the upright is a highway. Blue Letter Bible. But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn. The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise. 4 (B)An[a] excellent wife is the crown of her husband,But she who causes shame is (C)like rottenness in his bones. A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his … 6:20; Mic. Handed down. Outside of the United Kingdom, the KJV is in the public domain. 24 (Y)The hand of the diligent will rule,But the lazy man will be put to forced labor. Proverbs 12:15 (King James Version) A.F.V A.S.V. 33 Wisdom rests in the heart of him who has understanding,But (BX)what is in the heart of fools is made known. 23 A man has joy by the answer of his mouth,And (CY)a word spoken [ab]in due season, how good it is! 5 (CE)A fool despises his father’s instruction,(CF)But he who [u]receives correction is prudent. 7 The lips of the wise [v]disperse knowledge,But the heart of the fool does not do so. 21 (AS)Evil pursues sinners,But to the righteous, good shall be repaid. But the tent of the upright will flourish. Proverbs 14:12 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. 9 (H)Better is the one who is [b]slighted but has a servant,Than he who honors himself but lacks bread. 32 The wicked is banished in his wickedness,But (BW)the righteous has a refuge in his death. But the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 7 (AG)There is one who makes himself rich, yet has nothing;And one who makes himself poor, yet has great riches. But in the revenue of the wicked is trouble. But he who heeds rebuke gets understanding. Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Proverbs 12:15 (King James Version) A.F.V A.S.V. 14 The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge,But the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness. 10 c The proverbs of Solomon.. d A wise son makes a glad father,. 11 (J)He who [c]tills his land will be satisfied with (K)bread,But he who follows [d]frivolity (L)is devoid of [e]understanding. Proverbs … 16:11; 73:24]; 2 Cor. 14 The backslider in heart will be (BJ)filled with his own ways,But a good man will be satisfied [n]from (BK)above. 12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit. A Faithful Version; American Standard Version; Amplified® Bible; Contemporary English Version; Darby English Version; Good News Bible; King James Version; And His children will have a place of refuge. 27 The lazy man does not roast what he took in hunting,But diligence is man’s precious possession. 26 In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence,And His children will have a place of refuge.27 (BQ)The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,To turn one away from the snares of death. Proverbs 30: The words of … i but he thwarts the craving of the wicked.. 4 A slack hand j causes poverty,. Proverbs 16:2 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. 17 (S)He who speaks truth declares righteousness,But a false witness, deceit.18 (T)There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword,But the tongue of the wise promotes health.19 The truthful lip shall be established forever,(U)But a lying tongue is but for a moment.20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil,But counselors of peace have joy.21 (V)No grave [f]trouble will overtake the righteous,But the wicked shall be filled with evil.22 (W)Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord,But those who deal truthfully are His delight. 21 Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly. 15 A (CA)soft answer turns away wrath,But (CB)a harsh word stirs up anger.2 The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly,(CC)But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness. Chapter 12. 20 A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother. 1 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the Lord. 4:10; Heb. 13 The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble. 5 A righteous man hates lying,But a wicked man is loathsome and comes to shame.6 (AF)Righteousness guards him whose way is blameless,But wickedness overthrows the sinner. Search results for 'Proverbs 12-15' using the 'King James Version'. 12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,But (AK)when the desire comes, it is a tree of life. But the wicked shall be filled with evil. Proverbs 12:15 in all English translations, NKJV, Bride's Bible, Leathersoft, White, Red Letter, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV, Abide Bible, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version, The NKJV, American Patriot's Bible, Hardcover: The Word of God and the Shaping of America, NKJV Word Study Bible: 1,700 Key Words that Unlock the Meaning of the Bible, NKJV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NKJV, Vines Expository Bible, Comfort Print: A Guided Journey Through the Scriptures with Pastor Jerry Vines. 14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him. 2 A good man obtains favor from the LORD, But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn. But the soul of the unfaithful feeds on violence. 23 (AU)Much food is in the [i]fallow ground of the poor,And for lack of justice there is [j]waste. Proverbs 12:15, ESV: "The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice." Cancel. 28 In a multitude of people is a king’s honor,But in the lack of people is the downfall of a prince. 5:1; Is. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} But the house of the righteous will stand. 4 Where no oxen are, the [l]trough is clean;But much increase comes by the strength of an ox. The text of the New King James Version (NKJV) appearing on or deriving from this or any other web page is for personal use only. New King James Version (NKJV). Proverbs 6:25 25 y Do not lust after her beauty in your heart, Nor let her allure you with her eyelids. But the prudent considers well his steps. 1996-2020. 27 (DF)He who is greedy for gain troubles his own house,But he who hates bribes will live. 23 In all labor there is profit,But [p]idle chatter leads only to poverty. All rights reserved. 24 The crown of the wise is their riches,But the foolishness of fools is folly. Proverbs 16:25 There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. 23 (X)A prudent man conceals knowledge,But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness. The Proverbs of Solomon. Bible > NKJV > Proverbs 16 Proverbs 16 New King James Version: Par Wisdom Is Better Than Gold. Holman Bible. 10 (CI)Harsh discipline is for him who forsakes the way,And (CJ)he who hates correction will die. New King James Version (NKJV). 6:6, NKJV, Open Bible, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Complete Reference System, NKJV, Bride's Bible, Leathersoft, White, Red Letter, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV, Vines Expository Bible, Comfort Print: A Guided Journey Through the Scriptures with Pastor Jerry Vines. 25 (AW)The righteous eats to the satisfying of his soul,But the stomach of the wicked shall be in want. NIV ©: The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice. 8 (CG)The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,But the prayer of the upright is His delight.9 The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,But He loves him who (CH)follows righteousness. Proverbs 12:15 Context. 16:32; 19:11; Eccl. Proverbs 15:22 Context. Proverbs 2:12-15 King James Version KJV To deliver thee from the way of the evil man, from the man that speaketh froward things; Who leave the paths of uprightness, to walk in the ways of darkness; Who rejoice to do evil, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked; 3 In the mouth of a fool is a rod of pride, b But the lips of the wise will preserve them. But he who honors Him has mercy on the needy. 13 Even in laughter the heart may sorrow, And l the end of mirth may be grief. 13 He who (AL)despises the word will be destroyed,But he who fears the commandment will be rewarded.14 (AM)The law of the wise is a fountain of life,To turn one away from (AN)the snares of death. 16:8; Eccl. In addition you can use the Interlinear Bible and much more to enhance your understanding of God's word. Prov 12:7 “The wicked are overthrown and are no more, but the house of the righteous will stand.” … 21:27; Eccl. 12 The wicked covet the catch of evil men,But the root of the righteous yields fruit.13 (M)The wicked is ensnared by the transgression of his lips,(N)But the righteous will come through trouble.14 (O)A man will be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth,(P)And the recompense of a man’s hands will be rendered to him. 3 In the mouth of a fool is a rod of pride,(AY)But the lips of the wise will preserve them. g but righteousness delivers from death.. 3 h The L ord does not let the righteous go hungry,. The way of the foolish is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel. 14 The backslider in heart will be m filled with his own ways, 31 The ear that hears the rebukes of lifeWill abide among the wise.32 He who disdains instruction despises his own soul,But he who heeds rebuke gets understanding.33 (DJ)The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom,And (DK)before honor is humility. 4:18], 2 Chr. 22 (CX)Without counsel, plans go awry,But in the multitude of counselors they are established. But perverseness in it breaks the spirit. 30 The light of the eyes rejoices the heart,And a good report makes the bones [ad]healthy. 10 A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to sleep-- 11 So shall your poverty come on you like a prowler, And your need like an armed man. 12 Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.. 2 A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.. 3 A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.. 4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones. 19 The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain. 7 (F)The wicked are overthrown and are no more,But the house of the righteous will stand. 12 Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge,But he who hates correction is stupid. Proverbs 12:15 (15) The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise. 15 (Q)The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,But he who heeds counsel is wise.16 (R)A fool’s wrath is known at once,But a prudent man covers shame. For all the saints. 4 . 6 A scoffer seeks wisdom and does not find it,But (BB)knowledge is easy to him who understands.7 Go from the presence of a foolish man,When you do not perceive in him the lips of (BC)knowledge.8 The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way,But the folly of fools is deceit. But he who fears the commandment will be rewarded. 25 A true witness [q]delivers (BP)souls,But a deceitful witness speaks lies. NET ©: The way of a fool 1 is right 2 in his own opinion, 3 but the one who listens to advice is wise. 35 (BZ)The king’s favor is toward a wise servant,But his wrath is against him who causes shame. 11 (CK)Hell[w] and [x]Destruction are before the Lord;So how much more (CL)the hearts of the sons of men. Proverbs 12:14 : Proverbs 12:16 >> DISCLAIMER: Church of the Great God (CGG) provides these resources to aid the individual in studying the Bible. English. 28 In the way of righteousness is life,And in its pathway there is no death. 19 A desire accomplished is sweet to the soul,But it is an abomination to fools to depart from evil. But to the righteous, good shall be repaid. 10 By pride comes nothing but (AI)strife,But with the well-advised is wisdom. 12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit. 4:6; 1 Tim. 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