Proverbs 15:2
The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: But the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.
In context
1 A soft answer turneth away wrath: But grievous words stir up anger. 2 The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: But the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness. 3 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, Beholding the evil and the good. 4 A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: But perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit.
5 A fool despiseth his father's instruction: But he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
Compare in other versions
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 15:2 in the NIV
The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 15:2 in the ESV
The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly.