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:
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
NASB:
The mind of the prudent acquires knowledge, And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
KJV:
Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
NASB:
Strike a scoffer and the naive may become shrewd, But reprove one who has understanding and he will gain knowledge.
KJV:
Man's goings are of the LORD; how can a man then understand his own way?
NASB:
Man's steps are ordained by the LORD, How then can man understand his way?
KJV:
When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee:
NASB:
When you sit down to dine with a ruler, Consider carefully what is before you,
KJV:
If thou sayest, Behold, we knew it not; doth not he that pondereth the heart consider it? and he that keepeth thy soul, doth not he know it? and shall not he render to every man according to his works?
NASB:
If you say, "See, we did not know this," Does He not consider it who weighs the hearts? And does He not know it who keeps your soul? And will He not render to man according to his work?