KJV:
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
NASB:
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel.
KJV:
A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
NASB:
A fool's anger is known at once, But a prudent man conceals dishonor.
KJV:
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
NASB:
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for his back, But the lips of the wise will protect them.
KJV:
Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.
NASB:
Fools mock at sin, But among the upright there is good will.
KJV:
A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
NASB:
A fool rejects his father's discipline, But he who regards reproof is sensible.
KJV:
Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.
NASB:
Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, But the discipline of fools is folly.
KJV:
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
NASB:
Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise; When he closes his lips, he is considered prudent.
KJV:
It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.
NASB:
Keeping away from strife is an honor for a man, But any fool will quarrel.