Proverbs Chapter 15 verse 2 Holy Bible
The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out folly.
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Knowledge is dropping from the tongue of the wise; but from the mouth of the foolish comes a stream of foolish words.
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The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright; but the mouth of the foolish poureth out folly.
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The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.
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The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, But the mouth of fools gush out folly.
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The tongue of the wise maketh knowledge good, And the mouth of fools uttereth folly.
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Pulpit Commentary
Pulpit CommentaryVerse 2. - The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright. This means either, brings it forth opportunely, it the right time and place, or illustrates it, makes it beautiful and pleasant, as ver. 13. The wise man not only has knowledge, but can give it appropriate expression (comp. Proverbs 16:23). Vulgate, "The tongue of the wise adorneth wisdom." The wise man, by producing his sentiments and opinions in appropriate language and on proper occasions, commends wisdom, and renders it acceptable to his hearers. Septuagint, "The tongue of the wise knoweth what is fair (καλά)." But the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness (ver. 28). A fool cannot open his mouth without exposing his folly; he speaks without due consideration or discretion; as the Vulgate terms it, ebullit, "he bubbles over," like a boiling pot, which emits its contents inopportunely and uselessly. Septuagint, "The mouth of fools proclaimeth evil."
Ellicott's Commentary
Ellicott's Commentary for English ReadersXV.(2) Useth knowledge aright.--Brings it forth at the proper time and place.
