Proverbs 16:22

Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:22

BSB
Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.
AKJV
Understanding is a wellspring of life to him that has it: but the instruction of fools is folly.
CPDV
Learning is a fountain of life to one who possesses it. The doctrine of the foolish is senseless.
ERV
Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the correction of fools is their folly.
NHEB
Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.
SMT
The understanding of him possessing it is a fountain of life: and the instruction of the foolish is folly.

Commentary for Proverbs 16:22

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:22
Summary
Knowledge gives life; foolish direction misleads
Event
Understanding provides spiritual vitality
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom