Proverbs 17:28 — compare English translations
Compare translationsProverbs 17:28 in 3 English versions, beneath the original-language interlinear. Each original word links to its lexicon entry, so you can weigh the renderings against the morphology yourself. Full word study →
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World English Bible Public Domain
Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is counted wise. When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning.
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King James Version Public Domain
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
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unfoldingWord Literal Text CC BY-SA 4.0
Even a fool keeping silent will be considered wise; one shutting his lips—understanding.
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