Proverbs 14:15

“The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.”

"The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going." - Proverbs 14:15
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What does Proverbs 14:15 mean?

The Bible verse Proverbs 14:15 in the King James Version (KJV) reads, "The simple believeth every word, but the prudent man looketh well to his going." This verse is part of the book of Proverbs, which is often attributed to King Solomon, and is known for its wisdom and…

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Discerning Wisdom: Navigating Life with Prudence

Proverbs 14:15 states, "The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going." This profound verse encapsulates the essence of wisdom and discernment, emphasizing the importance of not merely accepting things at face value, but engaging in deeper…

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A Prayer for Wisdom and Discernment

Dear Heavenly Father, We come before You today with humble hearts, seeking Your guidance and wisdom in a world filled with choices and voices that constantly vie for our attention. As we reflect on Proverbs 14:15, which reminds us that “The simple believeth every word: but the…

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"The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness." - Proverbs 15:14
"Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men. Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away." - Proverbs 4:14-15
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Proverbs 4:15 - "Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away."
Proverbs 5:14 - "I was almost in all evil in the midst of the congregation and assembly."
Proverbs 15:22 - "Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established."
Proverbs 15:3 - "The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good."
Proverbs 20:15 - "There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel."
Proverbs 14:18 - "The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge."
Proverbs 14:24 - "The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly."
Proverbs 15:31 - "The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise."
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Proverbs 13:15 - "Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard."
Proverbs 14:13 - "Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness."
Proverbs 14:30 - "A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones."
Proverbs 14:19 - "The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous."
Proverbs 25:15 - "By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone."
Proverbs 15:8 - "The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight."
Proverbs 18:15 - "The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge."
Proverbs 15:7 - "The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so."