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Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 11) Proverbs 11:12 KJV
"He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace."
Proverbs Chapter 11, Verse 12
Proverbs 11:12 in Context (Verses 9–15 KJV)
9
An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.
10
When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
11
By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
12
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.*
13
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.*
14
Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
15
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.**