Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 12:23 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Proverbs 12:23 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 12 verse 23 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.”
Proverbs 12:23 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 12:23
This proverb contrasts discretion with foolish display. "A prudent man concealeth knowledge" shows wisdom's restraint. Adam arum (אָדָם עָרוּם, a prudent/shrewd man) kosseh da'at (כֹּסֶה דָּעַת, conceals knowledge). Arum denotes shrewdness, craftiness, prudence—someone who thinks before acting. This person doesn't display all they know; they exercise discretion about when, how, and to whom they reveal understanding."But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness" presents unrestrained folly. Lev kesilim yiqra ivvelet (לֵב כְּסִילִים יִקְרָא אִוֶּלֶת, the heart of fools cries out foolishness). ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 12:23
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“but a fool exposes folly.”
“but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.”
“but he who restrains his lips does wisely.”
“but the mouth of the foolish is near ruin.”
“but the mouth of fools gush out folly.”
“The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.”
“when the fool walks by the way”