Proverbs 9:13
A foolish woman is clamorous: She is simple, and knoweth nothing.
In context
10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: And the knowledge of the holy is understanding. 11 For by me thy days shall be multiplied, And the years of thy life shall be increased. 12 If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: But if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.
13 A foolish woman is clamorous: She is simple, and knoweth nothing. 14 For she sitteth at the door of her house, On a seat in the high places of the city, 15 To call passengers Who go right on their ways: 16 Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither: And as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 9:13 in the NIV
Folly is an unruly woman; she is simple and knows nothing.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 9:13 in the ESV
The woman Folly is loud; she is seductive and knows nothing.