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Proverbs 26:16
Proverbs 26:16 is verse 16 of Proverbs chapter 26, shown here in the Berean Standard Bible.
Berean Standard Bible
The slacker is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer discreetly.
King James Version
The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.
World English Bible
The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer with discretion.
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Proverbs 26:14–18 · Berean Standard Bible
14 As a door turns on its hinges, so the slacker turns on his bed.
15 The slacker buries his hand in the dish; it wearies him to bring it back to his mouth.
16 The slacker is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer discreetly.
17 Like one who grabs a dog by the ears is a passerby who meddles in a quarrel not his own.
18 Like a madman shooting firebrands and deadly arrows,
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Cross-references
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge lists these related verses. Scripture text comes from the Berean Standard Bible.
Proverbs 26:12Do you see a man who is wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
Proverbs 12:15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.
1 Peter 3:15But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,