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A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil; But the fool beareth himself insolently, and is confident.
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Christian Standard Bible
A wise person is cautious and turns from evil, but a fool is easily angered and is careless.
English Standard Version
One who is wise is cautious and turns away from evil, but a fool is reckless and careless.
King James Version
A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.
New American Standard Bible
A wise person is cautious and turns away from evil, But a fool is arrogant and careless.
New International Version
The wise fear the LORD and shun evil, but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure.
New King James Version
A wise man fears and departs from evil, But a fool rages and is self-confident.
New Living Translation
The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence.
World English Bible
A wise man fears and shuns evil, but the fool is hot headed and reckless.