Proverbs 11:12

Proverbs 11:12 in 10 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

12Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,

but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.

12One who despises his neighbor lacks sense,

But a person of understanding keeps silent.

12He who despises his neighbor lacks sense,

But a man of understanding keeps silent.

12Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment,

but a man of understanding remains silent.

12He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom;

But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.

12He that despiseth his neighbour, is destitute of wisedome: but a man of vnderstanding will keepe silence.

12One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom,

but a man of understanding holds his peace.

12Whoever makes fun of their neighbor has no sense.

But the one who has understanding controls their tongue.

12When someone insults his neighbour,

it shows that he is foolish.

But a wise person stays quiet.

12Whoever is despising his neighbor lacks heart, || And a man of understanding keeps silence.