Proverbs 26:16

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

In his own eyes, a slacker is wiser than seven who can answer sensibly.

Cross References

Proverbs 26:12

Do you see a person who is wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

Proverbs 12:15

A fool’s way is right in his own eyes, but whoever listens to counsel is wise.

1 Peter 3:15

but in your hearts regard  Christ  the Lord as holy, ready at any time to give a defence to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you.

Proverbs 6:6

Go to the ant,  you slacker! Observe its ways and become wise.

Proverbs 27:11

Be wise, my son, and bring my heart joy, so that I can answer anyone who taunts me.