Proverbs 10:23

It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 10:23

BSB
The fool delights in shameful conduct, but a man of understanding has wisdom.
AKJV
It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding has wisdom.
CPDV
The foolish work wickedness as if in jest. But wisdom is prudence to a man.
ERV
It is as sport to a fool to do wickedness: and so is wisdom to a man of understanding.
NHEB
It is a fool's pleasure to do wickedness, but wisdom is a man of understanding's pleasure.
SMT
As laughter to the foolish one, to do mischief: and wisdom is to the man of understanding.

Commentary for Proverbs 10:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 10:23
Summary
Fools find pleasure in harm, wise pursue understanding
Event
Fool's mischief sport versus wise understanding
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom