Proverbs 18:13

Proverbs 18:13 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

13To answer before listening—

that is folly and shame.

13One who gives an answer before he hears,

It is foolishness and shame to him.

13He who gives an answer before he hears,

It is folly and shame to him.

13He who answers before he hears [the facts]—

It is folly and shame to him. [John 7:51]

13He who answers a matter before he hears it—

this is folly and disgrace to him.

13To answer before listening

is foolish and shameful.