Proverbs 11:12

Modern English Version

He who is devoid of wisdom derides his neighbor, but a man of intelligence remains silent.

Cross References

1 Peter 2:23

When He was reviled, He did not revile back; when He suffered, He did not threaten, but He entrusted Himself to Him who judges righteously.

Proverbs 10:19

When words are many, sin is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is wise.

Luke 18:9

He told this parable to some who trusted in themselves, as though they were righteous, and despised others:

Luke 16:14

The Pharisees, who were lovers of money, heard all these things and derided Him.

Proverbs 14:21

He who despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is he who has mercy on the poor.

2 Kings 18:36

But the people were silent and answered him not a word, for the king’s command was, “Do not answer him.”

1 Samuel 10:27

But some worthless men said, “How will this man save us?” And they despised him, and did not bring him a present. But he remained silent.

Judges 9:38

Then Zebul said to him, “Where is your mouth now, which said, ‘Who is Abimelech, that we should serve him?’ Are not these the people you dismissed out of hand? Go now, I pray, and fight against them.”

Proverbs 6:32

But he who commits adultery lacks understanding; he who does it destroys his own soul.

Proverbs 11:11

By the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is overthrown.

Proverbs 11:13

A talebearer reveals secrets, but he who is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.