Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

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

American Standard Version (ASV)

The simple believeth every word; But the prudent man looketh well to his going.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

The simple man has faith in every word, but the man of good sense gives thought to his footsteps.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

The simple believeth every word; but the prudent [man] heedeth his going.

World English Bible (WEB)

A simple man believes everything, But the prudent man carefully considers his ways.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

The simple giveth credence to everything, And the prudent attendeth to his step.