Proverbs 14:16 Devotionals, Articles & Bible Study

¹⁶A wise man fears and turns from evil,

but a fool is careless and reckless.

— Proverbs 14:16

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Illustration of Proverbs 14:15-16

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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