Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.

American Standard Version (ASV)

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for `his' pride; But the lips of the wise shall preserve them.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

In the mouth of the foolish man is a rod for his back, but the lips of the wise will keep them safe.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

In the fool's mouth is a rod of pride; but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.

World English Bible (WEB)

The fool's talk brings a rod to his back, But the lips of the wise protect them.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

In the mouth of a fool `is' a rod of pride, And the lips of the wise preserve them.