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Proverbs 18:13

He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
Proverbs 18:13 · King James Version

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.

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