Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 14:15-16

Saturday, March 11, 2006

A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps. A wise man fears the Lord and shuns evil, but a fool is hotheaded and reckless.
— Proverbs 14:15-16

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Proverbs 14:15
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Illustration of Proverbs 14:15-16 — A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps. A wise man fears the Lord and shuns evil, but a fool is hotheaded and reckless.

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