The lips of the wise spread knowledge;
not so with the heart of fools.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 15:7 in context
Proverbs 15:4–10
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A gentle tongue is a tree of life,
but deceit in it crushes the spirit.
5
A fool despises his father’s correction,
but he who heeds reproof shows prudence.
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In the house of the righteous is much treasure,
but the income of the wicked brings trouble.
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The lips of the wise spread knowledge;
not so with the heart of fools.
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The sacrifice made by the wicked is an abomination to the LORD,
but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
9
The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD,
but he loves him who follows after righteousness.
10
There is stern discipline for one who forsakes the way.
Whoever hates reproof shall die.
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