Proverbs 14:16

Proverbs 14:16 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

16The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,

but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

16A wise person 14:16 Lit fearsis cautious and turns away from evil,

But a fool is arrogant and careless.

16A wise man is cautious and turns away from evil,

But a fool is arrogant and careless.

16A wise man suspects danger and cautiously avoids evil,

But the fool is arrogant and careless.

16A wise man fears14:16 Or fears the Lord and turns from evil,

but a fool is careless and reckless.

16A wise person has respect for the Lord and avoids evil.

But a foolish person has a bad temper and yet feels secure.