SinaiProverbs 11:12
American Standard Version
He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
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Proverbs 11:12 in other translations
One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom,
but a man of understanding holds his peace.
Proverbs 11:12 in context
- 10When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth; And when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
- 11By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted; But it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
- 12He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
- 13He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.
- 14Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth; But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.