Proverbs 14:9

"The wisdom of the prudent is to think about his way, but the folly of fools is deceit."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights that wise individuals reflect on their actions and choices, ensuring they align with righteousness. In contrast, foolish people are deceptive in their behavior, often masking their true intentions or actions.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Fools make a mock -The verb in the Heb. is singular, the noun plural. The King James Version assumes that the number is altered to individualize the application of the maxim. Others translate it: “Sin mocks the fools who are its victims,” i. e., disappoints and ruins them; or, “A sin-offering does but mock the worshippers when they are willfully wicked:” they expect to gain God’s favor, and do not gain it. So taken it becomes parallel toProverbs 15:8;Proverbs 21:7.

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