KJVThe heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge; But the mouth of fools feedeth on folly.
A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.
The heart of the intelligent seeketh knowledge, And the mouth of fools enjoyeth folly.
The heart of an intelligent [man] seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of the foolish feedeth on folly.
Proverbs — Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament).
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