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The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves, but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.
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American Standard Version
A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
Christian Standard Bible
A shrewd person conceals knowledge, but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.
English Standard Version
A prudent man conceals knowledge, but the heart of fools proclaims folly.
King James Version
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
New American Standard Bible
A prudent person conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.
New King James Version
A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.
New Living Translation
The wise don’t make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness.
World English Bible
A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.