Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent, but folly brings punishment to fools. New Living Translation Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it, but discipline is wasted on fools. English Standard Version Good sense is a fountain of life to him who has it, but the instruction of fools is folly. Berean Standard Bible Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly. King James Bible Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly. New King James Version Understanding is a wellspring of life to him who has it. But the correction of fools is folly. New American Standard Bible Understanding is a fountain of life to those who have it, But the discipline of fools is foolishness. NASB 1995 Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, But the discipline of fools is folly. NASB 1977 Understanding is a fountain of life to him who has it, But the discipline of fools is folly. Legacy Standard Bible Insight is a fountain of life to one who has it, But the discipline of ignorant fools is folly. Amplified Bible Understanding (spiritual insight) is a [refreshing and boundless] wellspring of life to those who have it, But to give instruction and correction to fools is foolishness. Christian Standard Bible Insight is a fountain of life for its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly. Holman Christian Standard Bible Insight is a fountain of life for its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly. American Standard Version Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools is their folly. Contemporary English Version Good sense is a fountain that gives life, but fools are punished by their foolishness. English Revised Version Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the correction of fools is their folly. GOD'S WORD® Translation Understanding is a fountain of life to the one who has it, but stubborn fools punish themselves with their stupidity. Good News Translation Wisdom is a fountain of life to the wise, but trying to educate stupid people is a waste of time. International Standard Version Anyone who has understanding is a fountain of life, but foolishness brings punishment to fools. Majority Standard Bible Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly. NET Bible Insight is like a life-giving fountain to the one who possesses it, but folly leads to the discipline of fools. New Heart English Bible Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly. Webster's Bible Translation Understanding is a well-spring of life to him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly. World English Bible Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionUnderstanding [is] a fountain of life to its possessors, "" The instruction of fools is folly. Young's Literal Translation A fountain of life is understanding to its possessors, The instruction of fools is folly. Smith's Literal Translation The understanding of him possessing it is a fountain of life: and the instruction of the foolish is folly. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleKnowledge is a fountain of life to him that possesseth it: the instruction of fools is foolishness. Catholic Public Domain Version Learning is a fountain of life to one who possesses it. The doctrine of the foolish is senseless. New American Bible Good sense is a fountain of life to those who have it, but folly is the training of fools. New Revised Standard Version Wisdom is a fountain of life to one who has it, but folly is the punishment of fools. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleUnderstanding is a spring of life to those who have it; but the instruction of the fools is folly. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Understanding is a fountain of life to those that know it and the instruction of fools is madness. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Understanding is a fountain of life unto him that hath it; But folly is the chastisement of fools. Brenton Septuagint Translation Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessors; but the instruction of fools is evil. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Reply of the Tongue is from the LORD…21The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction. 22Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly. 23The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.… 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 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. Ecclesiastes 7:12 For wisdom, like money, is a shelter, and the advantage of knowledge is that wisdom preserves the life of its owner. 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. ... Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 1 Corinthians 1:24 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding. Colossians 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Proverbs 10:14 The wise store up knowledge, but the mouth of the fool invites destruction. Proverbs 14:8 The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools deceives them. Ephesians 1:17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. Proverbs 15:14 A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly. Proverbs 19:8 He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success. 2 Timothy 3:15 From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. Proverbs 23:23 Invest in truth and never sell it—in wisdom and instruction and understanding. Treasury of Scripture Understanding is a wellspring of life to him that has it: but the instruction of fools is folly. a wellspring Proverbs 10:11 The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. Proverbs 13:14 The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. Proverbs 14:27 The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death. the instructions Proverbs 15:2,28 The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness… Matthew 15:14 Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch. Matthew 23:16-26 Woe unto you, ye blind guides, which say, Whosoever shall swear by the temple, it is nothing; but whosoever shall swear by the gold of the temple, he is a debtor! … Jump to Previous Behaviour Chastisement Correction Discipline Folly Foolish Fools Fountain Instruction Life Possessors Punishment Understanding Wellspring Well-Spring WisdomJump to Next Behaviour Chastisement Correction Discipline Folly Foolish Fools Fountain Instruction Life Possessors Punishment Understanding Wellspring Well-Spring WisdomProverbs 16 1. The Plans of the heartUnderstanding The Hebrew word for "understanding" is "בִּינָה" (binah), which implies insight, discernment, and the ability to perceive the true nature of things. In the biblical context, understanding is not merely intellectual knowledge but a deep, spiritual comprehension that aligns with God's wisdom. It is a gift from God, often associated with the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 9:10). This understanding is transformative, guiding the believer in righteous living and decision-making. is a fountain of life to its possessor but the discipline of fools is folly Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Understandingשֵׂ֣כֶל (śê·ḵel) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7922: Intelligence, success is a fountain מְק֣וֹר (mə·qō·wr) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4726: Something dug, a, source, of happiness, wisdom, progeny) of life חַ֭יִּים (ḥay·yîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life to its possessor, בְּעָלָ֑יו (bə·‘ā·lāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1167: A master, a husband, owner but the discipline וּמוּסַ֖ר (ū·mū·sar) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4148: Chastisement, reproof, warning, instruction, restraint of fools אֱוִלִ֣ים (’ĕ·wi·lîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 191: Foolish is folly. אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ (’iw·we·leṯ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 200: Silliness Links Proverbs 16:22 NIVProverbs 16:22 NLT Proverbs 16:22 ESV Proverbs 16:22 NASB Proverbs 16:22 KJV Proverbs 16:22 BibleApps.com Proverbs 16:22 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 16:22 Chinese Bible Proverbs 16:22 French Bible Proverbs 16:22 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 16:22 Understanding is a fountain of life (Prov. 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