Proverbs 18:13
He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
In other versions
He that giveth answer before he heareth, It is folly and shame unto him.
ASV
To give an answer before hearing is a foolish thing and a cause of shame.
BBE
He that giveth answer before he heareth, it is folly and shame unto him.
DBY
He who gives answer before he hears, That is folly and shame to him.
WEB
Whoso is answering a matter before he heareth, Folly it is to him and shame.
YLT
He that answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and shame unto him.
ENG
He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame to him.
WBT
He who answers a matter before he hears it— this is folly and disgrace to him.
BSB
In context
11The rich man's wealth is his strong city, and as an high wall in his own conceit.
12Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility.
13He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
14The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?
15The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
