Proverbs 22:3

New Century Version

The wise see danger ahead and avoid it, but fools keep going and get into trouble.

Cross References

Proverbs 1:22

“You fools, how long will you be foolish? How long will you make fun of wisdom and hate knowledge?

Proverbs 14:16

Wise people are careful and stay out of trouble, but fools are careless and quick to act.

Proverbs 22:4

Respecting the Lord and not being proud will bring you wealth, honor, and life.

Proverbs 27:12

The wise see danger ahead and avoid it, but fools keep going and get into trouble.

Proverbs 29:1

Whoever is stubborn after being corrected many times will suddenly be hurt beyond cure.

Proverbs 7:7

and saw some foolish, young men. I noticed one of them had no wisdom.

Hebrews 11:7

It was by faith that Noah heard God’s warnings about things he could not yet see. He obeyed God and built a large boat to save his family. By his faith, Noah showed that the world was wrong, and he became one of those who are made right with God through faith.

Hebrews 6:18

These two things cannot change: God cannot lie when he makes a promise, and he cannot lie when he makes an oath. These things encourage us who came to God for safety. They give us strength to hold on to the hope we have been given.