Proverbs 15:14
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 15:14 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 15:14 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 15:14 — KJV
“The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.”
— Proverbs 15:14 (KJV)
Proverbs 15:14 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 15:14
“A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.”
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“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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“The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness. poureth: Heb. belcheth, or, bubbleth”
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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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“And my heart hath been secretly enticed, or my mouth hath kissed my hand: my mouth...: Heb. my hand hath kissed my mouth”
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