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Proverbs 15:14 — Meaning and Application
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King James Version
" The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness. "
Proverbs 15:14
Verse in Context
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A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.
Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble
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Proverbs 15:1
"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger."
Proverbs 15:1
"By a soft answer wrath is turned away, but a bitter word is a cause of angry feelings."
Proverbs 15:2
"The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness."
Proverbs 15:3
"The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good."
Proverbs 15:4
"A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit."
Proverbs 15:5
"A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent."
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