Proverbs 14:7

Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 14:7

BSB
Stay away from a foolish man; you will gain no knowledge from his speech.
AKJV
Go from the presence of a foolish man, when you perceive not in him the lips of knowledge.
CPDV
Go against a foolish man, and he does not acknowledge lips of prudence.
ERV
Go into the presence of a foolish man, and thou shalt not perceive in him the lips of knowledge.
NHEB
Stay away from a foolish man, for you won't find knowledge on his lips.
SMT
Go from before to the foolish man and thou knewest not the lips of knowledge.

Commentary for Proverbs 14:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 14:7
Summary
Avoid foolish company lacking understanding.
Event
Instructing to shun foolish people
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom