Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. New Living Translation A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it, but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding. English Standard Version A scoffer seeks wisdom in vain, but knowledge is easy for a man of understanding. Berean Standard Bible A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. King James Bible A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth. New King James Version A scoffer seeks wisdom and does not find it, But knowledge is easy to him who understands. New American Standard Bible A scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none, But knowledge is easy for one who has understanding. NASB 1995 A scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none, But knowledge is easy to one who has understanding. NASB 1977 A scoffer seeks wisdom, and finds none, But knowledge is easy to him who has understanding. Legacy Standard Bible A scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none, But knowledge is easy to one who has understanding. Amplified Bible A scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none [for his ears are closed to wisdom], But knowledge is easy for one who understands [because he is willing to learn]. Christian Standard Bible A mocker seeks wisdom and doesn’t find it, but knowledge comes easily to the perceptive. Holman Christian Standard Bible A mocker seeks wisdom and doesn’t find it, but knowledge comes easily to the perceptive. American Standard Version A scoffer seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not; But knowledge is easy unto him that hath understanding. Contemporary English Version Make fun of wisdom, and you will never find it. But if you have understanding, knowledge comes easily. English Revised Version A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy unto him that hath understanding. GOD'S WORD® Translation A mocker searches for wisdom without finding it, but knowledge comes easily to a person who has understanding. Good News Translation Conceited people can never become wise, but intelligent people learn easily. International Standard Version A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but learning comes easily to someone who understands. Majority Standard Bible A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. NET Bible The scorner seeks wisdom but finds none, but understanding is easy for a discerning person. New Heart English Bible A scoffer seeks wisdom, and doesn't find it, but knowledge comes easily to a discerning person. Webster's Bible Translation A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy to him that understandeth. World English Bible A scoffer seeks wisdom, and doesn’t find it, but knowledge comes easily to a discerning person. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA scorner has sought wisdom, and it is not, "" And knowledge [is] easy to the intelligent. Young's Literal Translation A scorner hath sought wisdom, and it is not, And knowledge to the intelligent is easy. Smith's Literal Translation He mocking sought wisdom, and none: and knowledge being easy to him understanding. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleA scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: the learning of the wise is easy. Catholic Public Domain Version A mocker seeks wisdom and does not find it. The doctrine of the prudent is accessible. New American Bible The scoffer seeks wisdom in vain, but knowledge is easy for the intelligent. New Revised Standard Version A scoffer seeks wisdom in vain, but knowledge is easy for one who understands. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAn evil man seeks wisdom, and finds it not; but knowledge is easy to a man of understanding. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The evil one seeks wisdom and will not find it, and knowledge is found by the intelligent. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not; But knowledge is easy unto him that hath discernment. Brenton Septuagint Translation Thou shalt seek wisdom with bad men, and shalt not find it; but discretion is easily available with the prudent. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Wise Woman…5An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies. 6A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. 7Stay away from a foolish man; you will gain no knowledge from his speech.… Cross References James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. Proverbs 2:3-6 if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, / if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, / then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God. ... Matthew 7:7-8 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. Proverbs 8:17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me early shall find me. Jeremiah 29:13 You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. 1 Corinthians 1:20-25 Where is the wise man? Where is the scribe? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? / For since in the wisdom of God the world through its wisdom did not know Him, God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe. / Jews demand signs and Greeks search for wisdom, ... Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. Colossians 2:2-3 that they may be encouraged in heart, knit together in love, and filled with the full riches of complete understanding, so that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ, / in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 2 Timothy 3:7 who are always learning but never able to come to a knowledge of the truth. Proverbs 3:13-18 Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, / for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. / She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her. ... John 5:39-40 You pore over the Scriptures because you presume that by them you possess eternal life. These are the very words that testify about Me, / yet you refuse to come to Me to have life. Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding. Romans 11:33 O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways! Proverbs 13:20 He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed. Treasury of Scripture A scorner seeks wisdom, and finds it not: but knowledge is easy to him that understands. scorner Proverbs 18:2 A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself. Proverbs 26:12 Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him. Isaiah 8:20 To the law and to the testimony: if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them. knowledge Proverbs 8:9 They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge. Proverbs 17:24 Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth. Psalm 119:18,98-100 Open thou mine eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law… Jump to Previous Authority Discerning Discernment Easily Easy Find Findeth Finds Hater Intelligent Mocker Readily Scoffer Scorner Searching Seeketh Seeks Sought Understandeth Understanding Vain WisdomJump to Next Authority Discerning Discernment Easily Easy Find Findeth Finds Hater Intelligent Mocker Readily Scoffer Scorner Searching Seeketh Seeks Sought Understandeth Understanding Vain WisdomProverbs 14 1. A wise woman builds her houseA mocker seeks wisdom and finds none In biblical context, a "mocker" is someone who ridicules or scorns wisdom and truth. This term is often associated with those who are arrogant and dismissive of divine instruction. In Proverbs, mockers are contrasted with the wise, who fear the Lord and seek His guidance. The mocker's search for wisdom is futile because their heart is not open to receiving it. This reflects the broader biblical theme that true wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 1:7). The mocker's attitude prevents them from understanding or accepting wisdom, as seen in other scriptures like Psalm 1:1, which warns against walking in the counsel of the wicked. but knowledge comes easily to the discerning Persons / Places / Events 1. MockerIn the context of Proverbs, a mocker is someone who ridicules or scorns wisdom and instruction. This person is often characterized by pride and a refusal to accept correction or guidance. 2. Discerning This refers to individuals who possess the ability to judge well and understand deeply. They are open to learning and are receptive to wisdom. 3. Wisdom In the book of Proverbs, wisdom is personified and is seen as a valuable treasure that leads to a righteous and fulfilling life. It is often associated with the fear of the Lord. 4. Knowledge This is the understanding and information that comes from learning and experience. In Proverbs, knowledge is closely linked to wisdom and is seen as a gift from God to those who seek it earnestly. 5. Solomon Traditionally, King Solomon is credited with writing much of the book of Proverbs. His reign was marked by a quest for wisdom, which he famously requested from God. Teaching Points The Futility of Prideful SeekingA mocker, due to pride and scorn, seeks wisdom but finds none. This highlights the futility of seeking wisdom with a closed heart and mind. The Ease of Receptive Learning For the discerning, knowledge comes easily. This suggests that a humble and open heart is crucial for gaining true understanding. The Importance of Attitude in Learning Our attitude towards learning and correction greatly affects our ability to gain wisdom. A teachable spirit is essential. The Role of Godly Fear in Wisdom The fear of the Lord is foundational to acquiring wisdom and knowledge. Reverence for God opens the door to true understanding. Practical Steps to Discernment Engage in regular prayer and study of Scripture to cultivate discernment. Seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit in understanding God's truth.(6) A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not.--Because "God resisteth the proud" (1Peter 5:5), and none can give wisdom but He who alone has it (1Corinthians 2:11); but He teaches him that "feareth the Lord" (Psalm 25:11).Verse 6. - A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not; literally, it is not - there is none (Proverbs 13:7). A scorner may affect to be seeking wisdom, but he can never attain to it, because it is given only to him who is meek and fears the Lord (Psalm 25:9). Wisd. 1:4, "Into a malicious soul wisdom shall not enter; nor dwell in the body that is pledged to sin" (comp. Psalm 111:10). True wisdom is not to be won by those who are too conceited to receive instruction, and presume to depend upon their own judgment, and to weigh everything by their own standard. This is especially true of the knowledge of Divine things, which "scorners" never really acquire. Septuagint, "Thou shalt seek wisdom among the wicked, but thou shalt find it not." Knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth; "that hath understanding," i.e. to the man who realizes that the fear of God is a necessary condition to the acquiring of wisdom, and who seeks it as a boon at his hands. This acquisition, as it is difficult, nay, impossible for the scorner, is comparatively easy for the humble believer who seeks it with the right temper and in the right way. "Mysteries are revealed unto the meek" (Ecclus. 3:19, in some manuscripts). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew A mockerלֵ֣ץ (lêṣ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3887: Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker seeks בִּקֶּשׁ־ (biq·qeš-) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1245: To search out, to strive after wisdom חָכְמָ֣ה (ḥāḵ·māh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2451: Wisdom and [finds] none, וָאָ֑יִן (wā·’ā·yin) Conjunctive waw | Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle but knowledge וְדַ֖עַת (wə·ḏa·‘aṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 1847: Knowledge comes easily נָקָֽל׃ (nā·qāl) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7043: To be slight, swift or trifling to the discerning. לְנָב֣וֹן (lə·nā·ḇō·wn) Preposition-l | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 995: To separate mentally, understand Links Proverbs 14:6 NIVProverbs 14:6 NLT Proverbs 14:6 ESV Proverbs 14:6 NASB Proverbs 14:6 KJV Proverbs 14:6 BibleApps.com Proverbs 14:6 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 14:6 Chinese Bible Proverbs 14:6 French Bible Proverbs 14:6 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:6 A scoffer seeks wisdom and doesn't find (Prov. 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