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N84New International Version (1984)

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Proverbs 14:3
- Variant Count: 6

A fool's talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.

Proverbs 14:3
- Variant Count: 6 (37%)

A fool's mouth lashes out with pride, but the lips of the wise protect them.

Proverbs 14:7
- Variant Count: 3

Stay away from a foolish man, for you will not find knowledge on his lips.

Proverbs 14:7
- Variant Count: 3 (20%)

Stay away from a fool, for you will not find knowledge on their lips.

Proverbs 14:8
- Variant Count: None

The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.

Proverbs 14:8
- Variant Count: 1 (5%)

The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.

Proverbs 14:9
- Variant Count: None

Fools mock at making amends for sin, but goodwill is found among the upright.

Proverbs 14:9
- Variant Count: 1 (6%)

Fools mock at making amends for sin, but goodwill is found among the upright.

Proverbs 14:15
- Variant Count: 7

A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps.

Proverbs 14:15
- Variant Count: 6 (46%)

The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.

Proverbs 14:16
- Variant Count: 4

A wise man fears the LORD and shuns evil, but a fool is hotheaded and reckless.

Proverbs 14:16
- Variant Count: 6 (33%)

The wise fear the Lord and shun evil, but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

Proverbs 14:17
- Variant Count: 3

A quick-tempered man does foolish things, and a crafty man is hated.

Proverbs 14:17
- Variant Count: 8 (50%)

A quick-tempered person does foolish things, and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.

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