Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly. New Living Translation The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing, but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness. English Standard Version The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly. Berean Standard Bible The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly. King James Bible The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness. New King James Version The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness. New American Standard Bible The tongue of the wise makes knowledge pleasant, But the mouth of fools spouts foolishness. NASB 1995 The tongue of the wise makes knowledge acceptable, But the mouth of fools spouts folly. NASB 1977 The tongue of the wise makes knowledge acceptable, But the mouth of fools spouts folly. Legacy Standard Bible The tongue of the wise makes knowledge look good, But the mouth of fools pours forth folly. Amplified Bible The tongue of the wise speaks knowledge that is pleasing and acceptable, But the [babbling] mouth of fools spouts folly. Christian Standard Bible The tongue of the wise makes knowledge attractive, but the mouth of fools blurts out foolishness. Holman Christian Standard Bible The tongue of the wise makes knowledge attractive, but the mouth of fools blurts out foolishness. American Standard Version The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out folly. Contemporary English Version Words of wisdom come from the wise, but fools speak foolishness. English Revised Version The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out folly. GOD'S WORD® Translation The tongues of wise people give good expression to knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out a flood of stupidity. Good News Translation When wise people speak, they make knowledge attractive, but stupid people spout nonsense. International Standard Version The wise speak, presenting knowledge appropriately, but fools spout foolishness. Majority Standard Bible The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly. NET Bible The tongue of the wise treats knowledge correctly, but the mouth of the fool spouts out folly. New Heart English Bible The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of fools gush out folly. Webster's Bible Translation The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness. World English Bible The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools gush out folly. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe tongue of the wise makes knowledge good, "" And the mouth of fools utters folly. Young's Literal Translation The tongue of the wise maketh knowledge good, And the mouth of fools uttereth folly. Smith's Literal Translation The tongue of the wise will make knowledge good: and the mouth of the foolish will gush forth folly. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe tongue of the wise adorneth knowledge: but the mouth of fools bubbleth out folly. Catholic Public Domain Version The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge. But the mouth of the senseless gushes with foolishness. New American Bible The tongue of the wise pours out knowledge, but the mouth of fools spews folly. New Revised Standard Version The tongue of the wise dispenses knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe tongue of the wise uses knowledge aright; but the mouth of fools pours out curses. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The tongue of wisdom adorns knowledge, and the mouth of fools vomits a curse. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness. Brenton Septuagint Translation The tongue of the wise knows what is good: but the mouth of the foolish tells out evil things. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Gentle Answer Turns Away Wrath1A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly. 3The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing the evil and the good.… Cross References James 3:13-18 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. / But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. ... Ephesians 4:29 Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen. Colossians 4:6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. Matthew 12:36-37 But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. / For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” James 1:19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, Proverbs 10:19 When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise. Proverbs 12:18 Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Proverbs 18:21 Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. Proverbs 21:23 He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress. Ecclesiastes 10:12-14 The words of a wise man’s mouth are gracious, but the lips of a fool consume him. / The beginning of his talk is folly, and the end of his speech is evil madness. / Yet the fool multiplies words. No one knows what is coming, and who can tell him what will come after him? Psalm 37:30 The mouth of the righteous man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks justice. Psalm 49:3 My mouth will impart wisdom, and the meditation of my heart will bring understanding. Proverbs 13:3 He who guards his mouth protects his life, but the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin. Proverbs 14:7 Stay away from a foolish man; you will gain no knowledge from his speech. Proverbs 16:23 The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips. Treasury of Scripture The tongue of the wise uses knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools pours out foolishness. tongue Proverbs 15:23,28 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it! … Proverbs 12:23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness. Proverbs 13:16 Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly. poureth Psalm 59:7 Behold, they belch out with their mouth: swords are in their lips: for who, say they, doth hear? Jump to Previous Acceptable Aright Commends Dropping Folly Fool Foolish Foolishness Fools Gush Gushes Makes Maketh Mouth Mouths Pour Poureth Spouts Stream Tongue Useth Uttereth Wise WordsJump to Next Acceptable Aright Commends Dropping Folly Fool Foolish Foolishness Fools Gush Gushes Makes Maketh Mouth Mouths Pour Poureth Spouts Stream Tongue Useth Uttereth Wise WordsProverbs 15 1. A gentle answer turns away wrathThe tongue of the wise The phrase "the tongue of the wise" emphasizes the power and influence of speech when guided by wisdom. In Hebrew, "tongue" (לָשׁוֹן, lashon) often symbolizes the instrument of communication and expression. Wisdom (חָכְמָה, chokmah) in the biblical context is not merely intellectual knowledge but a deep, God-given understanding that aligns with His will. The wise use their speech to build up, instruct, and guide others in truth and righteousness. Historically, wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, was highly valued in ancient Israelite culture, serving as a guide for living a life pleasing to God. commends knowledge but the mouth of the fool spouts folly (2) Useth knowledge aright.--Brings it forth at the proper time and place. Verse 2. - The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright. This means either, brings it forth opportunely, it the right time and place, or illustrates it, makes it beautiful and pleasant, as ver. 13. The wise man not only has knowledge, but can give it appropriate expression (comp. Proverbs 16:23). Vulgate, "The tongue of the wise adorneth wisdom." The wise man, by producing his sentiments and opinions in appropriate language and on proper occasions, commends wisdom, and renders it acceptable to his hearers. Septuagint, "The tongue of the wise knoweth what is fair (καλά)." But the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness (ver. 28). A fool cannot open his mouth without exposing his folly; he speaks without due consideration or discretion; as the Vulgate terms it, ebullit, "he bubbles over," like a boiling pot, which emits its contents inopportunely and uselessly. Septuagint, "The mouth of fools proclaimeth evil."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The tongueלְשׁ֣וֹן (lə·šō·wn) Noun - common singular construct Strong's 3956: The tongue of the wise חֲ֭כָמִים (ḥă·ḵā·mîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2450: Wise commends תֵּיטִ֣יב (tê·ṭîḇ) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3190: To be good, well, glad, or pleasing knowledge, דָּ֑עַת (dā·‘aṯ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 1847: Knowledge but the mouth וּפִ֥י (ū·p̄î) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6310: The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to of the fool כְ֝סִילִ֗ים (ḵə·sî·lîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3684: Stupid fellow, dullard, fool spouts יַבִּ֥יעַ (yab·bî·a‘) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5042: To gush forth, to utter, to emit folly. אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ (’iw·we·leṯ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 200: Silliness Links Proverbs 15:2 NIVProverbs 15:2 NLT Proverbs 15:2 ESV Proverbs 15:2 NASB Proverbs 15:2 KJV Proverbs 15:2 BibleApps.com Proverbs 15:2 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 15:2 Chinese Bible Proverbs 15:2 French Bible Proverbs 15:2 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 15:2 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge (Prov. 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