Proverbs 18:13

American Standard Version

He that giveth answer before he heareth, It is folly and shame unto him.

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Proverbs 18:13 in other translations

He who answers before he hears,
that is folly and shame to him.

Proverbs 18:13 · World English Bible

Proverbs 18:13 in context

  1. 11The rich man’s wealth is his strong city, And as a high wall in his own imagination.
  2. 12Before destruction the heart of man is haughty; And before honor goeth humility.
  3. 13He that giveth answer before he heareth, It is folly and shame unto him.
  4. 14The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; But a broken spirit who can bear?
  5. 15The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

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