SinaiProverbs 17:16
American Standard Version
Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom, Seeing he hath no understanding?
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Proverbs 17:16 in other translations
Why is there money in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom,
since he has no understanding?
Proverbs 17:16 in context
- 14The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: Therefore leave off contention, before there is quarrelling.
- 15He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah.
- 16Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom, Seeing he hath no understanding?
- 17A friend loveth at all times; And a brother is born for adversity.
- 18A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.