Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known. New Living Translation Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart; wisdom is not found among fools. English Standard Version Wisdom rests in the heart of a man of understanding, but it makes itself known even in the midst of fools. Berean Standard Bible Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known. King James Bible Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known. New King James Version Wisdom rests in the heart of him who has understanding, But what is in the heart of fools is made known. New American Standard Bible Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, But among fools it is made known. NASB 1995 Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, But in the hearts of fools it is made known. NASB 1977 Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, But in the bosom of fools it is made known. Legacy Standard Bible Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, But in the midst of fools it is merely made known. Amplified Bible Wisdom rests [silently] in the heart of one who has understanding, But what is in the heart of [shortsighted] fools is made known. Christian Standard Bible Wisdom resides in the heart of the discerning; she is known even among fools. Holman Christian Standard Bible Wisdom resides in the heart of the discerning; she is known even among fools. American Standard Version Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding; But that which is in the inward part of fools is made known. Contemporary English Version Wisdom is found in the minds of people with good sense, but fools don't know it. English Revised Version Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the inward part of fools is made known. GOD'S WORD® Translation Wisdom finds rest in the heart of an understanding person. Even fools recognize this. Good News Translation Wisdom is in every thought of intelligent people; fools know nothing about wisdom. International Standard Version Wisdom is at rest in the mind of the discerning— even fools know this. Majority Standard Bible Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known. NET Bible Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; it is known even in the heart of fools. New Heart English Bible Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, and is even made known in the inward part of fools. Webster's Bible Translation Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known. World English Bible Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, and is even made known in the inward part of fools. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWisdom rests in the heart of the intelligent. And it is known in the midst of fools. Young's Literal Translation In the heart of the intelligent wisdom doth rest. And in the midst of fools it is known. Smith's Literal Translation In the heart of him understanding, wisdom shall rest: and in the midst of fools it shall be made known. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIn the heart of the prudent resteth wisdom, and it shall instruct all the ignorant. Catholic Public Domain Version In the heart of the prudent, wisdom finds rest. And so shall he instruct all the uneducated. New American Bible Wisdom can remain silent in the discerning heart, but among fools she must make herself known. New Revised Standard Version Wisdom is at home in the mind of one who has understanding, but it is not known in the heart of fools. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWisdom shall rest in the heart of the righteous; but in the heart of fools it shall not be made known. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated In the heart of the righteous dwells wisdom, and in the heart of fools it will not be known. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917In the heart of him that hath discernment wisdom resteth; But in the inward part of fools it maketh itself known. Brenton Septuagint Translation There is wisdom in the good heart of a man: but in the heart of fools it is not discerned. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Wise Woman…32The wicked man is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous man has a refuge even in death. 33Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known. 34Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.… Cross References James 3:13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. Ecclesiastes 10:2 A wise man’s heart inclines to the right, but the heart of a fool to the left. Matthew 12:34-35 You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. 1 Corinthians 2:6-7 Among the mature, however, we speak a message of wisdom—but not the wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. / No, we speak of the mysterious and hidden wisdom of God, which He destined for our glory before time began. Psalm 51:6 Surely You desire truth in the inmost being; You teach me wisdom in the inmost place. Daniel 2:21 He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. 1 Kings 3:9-12 Therefore give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?” / Now it pleased the Lord that Solomon had made this request. / So God said to him, “Since you have asked for this instead of requesting long life or wealth for yourself or death for your enemies—but you have asked for discernment to administer justice— ... Ephesians 1:17-18 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. / I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, Job 28:28 And He said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’” Luke 6:45 The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. Isaiah 11:2 The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. Romans 11:33 O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways! 1 Corinthians 1:24-25 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. / For the foolishness of God is wiser than man’s wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than man’s strength. Psalm 119:98-100 Your commandments make me wiser than my enemies, for they are always with me. / I have more insight than all my teachers, for Your testimonies are my meditation. / I discern more than the elders, for I obey Your precepts. Treasury of Scripture Wisdom rests in the heart of him that has understanding: but that which is in the middle of fools is made known. Proverbs 12:16,23 A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame… Proverbs 13:16 Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly. Proverbs 15:2,28 The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness… Jump to Previous Abides Discerning Discernment Foolish Fools Heart Hearts Herself Intelligent Inward Itself Lets Maketh Midst Mind Part Reposes Rest Resteth Resting-Place Rests Understanding Wisdom WiseJump to Next Abides Discerning Discernment Foolish Fools Heart Hearts Herself Intelligent Inward Itself Lets Maketh Midst Mind Part Reposes Rest Resteth Resting-Place Rests Understanding Wisdom WiseProverbs 14 1. A wise woman builds her houseWisdom The Hebrew word for "wisdom" is "חָכְמָה" (chokmah), which encompasses not only knowledge but also the skillful application of knowledge in daily life. In the biblical context, wisdom is often associated with a deep reverence for God and an understanding of His ways. It is a divine attribute that God imparts to those who seek Him earnestly. Wisdom is portrayed as a guiding force that leads to righteous living and decision-making, setting the foundation for a life that honors God. rests in the heart of the discerning even among fools she is known Ὀφθαλμοὶ καὶ γκῶσσα καὶ οὔατα καὶ νόος ἀνδρῶν Hebrew Wisdomחָכְמָ֑ה (ḥāḵ·māh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2451: Wisdom rests תָּנ֣וּחַ (tā·nū·aḥ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5117: To rest, settle down in the heart בְּלֵ֣ב (bə·lêḇ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre of the discerning; נָ֭בוֹן (nā·ḇō·wn) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 995: To separate mentally, understand even in the hearts וּבְקֶ֥רֶב (ū·ḇə·qe·reḇ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7130: The nearest part, the center of fools כְּ֝סִילִ֗ים (kə·sî·lîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3684: Stupid fellow, dullard, fool she is known. תִּוָּדֵֽעַ׃ (tiw·wā·ḏê·a‘) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3045: To know Links Proverbs 14:33 NIVProverbs 14:33 NLT Proverbs 14:33 ESV Proverbs 14:33 NASB Proverbs 14:33 KJV Proverbs 14:33 BibleApps.com Proverbs 14:33 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 14:33 Chinese Bible Proverbs 14:33 French Bible Proverbs 14:33 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:33 Wisdom rests in the heart of one (Prov. 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