Proverbs 27:12

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Be cautious and hide when you see danger— don't be stupid and walk right into trouble.

Cross References

Proverbs 18:10

The LORD is a mighty tower where his people can run for safety—

Proverbs 22:3

When you see trouble coming, don't be stupid and walk right into it— be clever and hide.

Proverbs 27:11

My child, show good sense! Then I will be happy and able to answer anyone who criticizes me.

Proverbs 27:13

Don't loan money to a stranger unless you are given something to guarantee payment.

Matthew 3:7

Many Pharisees and Sadducees also came to be baptized. But John said to them: You snakes! Who warned you to run from the coming judgment?

Hebrews 11:7

Because Noah had faith, he was warned about something that had not yet happened. He obeyed and built a boat that saved him and his family. In this way the people of the world were judged, and Noah was given the blessings that come to everyone who pleases God.

Hebrews 6:18

God cannot tell lies! And so his promises and vows are two things that can never be changed. We have run to God for safety. Now his promises should greatly encourage us to take hold of the hope that is right in front of us.

2 Peter 3:7

But God has commanded the present heavens and earth to remain until the day of judgment. Then they will be set on fire, and ungodly people will be destroyed.