Proverbs 27:12

Proverbs 27:12 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

12The prudent see danger and take refuge,

but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.

12A prudent person sees evil and hides himself;

But the naive proceed, and pay the penalty.

12A prudent man sees evil and hides himself,

The naive proceed and pay the penalty.

12A prudent man sees evil and hides himself and avoids it,

But the naive [who are easily misled] continue on and are punished [by suffering the consequences of sin]. [Prov 22:3]

12The prudent see danger and take cover,

but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.

12Wise people see danger and go to a safe place.

But childish people keep on going and suffer for it.