Proverbs 13:14
The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, that one may turn away from the snares of death.
In context
11 Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it. 12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life.
13 Whoever despises the word brings destruction on himself, but he who reveres the commandment will be rewarded. 14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, that one may turn away from the snares of death. 15 Good sense wins favor, but the way of the treacherous is their ruin. 16 Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool flaunts his folly.
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.
Compare in other versions
- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 13:14 in the KJV
The law of the wise is a fountain of life, To depart from the snares of death.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 13:14 in the NIV
The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death.