Proverbs 10:23
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 10:23 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 10:23 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 10:23 — KJV
“It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom.”
— Proverbs 10:23 (KJV)
Proverbs 10:23 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs
Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.
Cross-References for Proverbs 10:23
“Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known.”
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“Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.”
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“And he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;”
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“With him is wisdom and strength, he hath counsel and understanding. With...: that is, With God”
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“Who hath put wisdom in the inward parts? or who hath given understanding to the heart?”
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