Berean Standard Bible
Proverbs 14:16
“A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless.”
In context
14The backslider in heart receives the fill of his own ways, but a good man is rewarded for his ways.
15The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps.
16A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless.
17A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated.
18The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
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