Proverbs 14:8

New International Reader's Version

People are wise and understanding when they think about the way they live. But people are foolish when their foolish ways trick them.

Cross References

Psalm 111:10

If you really want to become wise, you must begin by having respect for the Lord. All those who follow his rules have good understanding. People should praise him forever.

Psalm 119:5

I hope I will always stand firm in following your orders.

Psalm 119:73

You made me and formed me with your own hands. Give me understanding so that I can learn your commands.

Psalm 143:8

In the morning let me hear about your faithful love, because I’ve put my trust in you. Show me the way I should live, because I trust you with my life.

Proverbs 11:18

An evil person really earns nothing. But the one who plants what is right will certainly be rewarded.

Proverbs 12:5

The plans of godly people are right. But the advice of sinners will lead you the wrong way.

Proverbs 15:21

A person who has no sense enjoys doing foolish things. But a person who has understanding walks straight ahead.

Proverbs 2:9

You will understand what is right and honest and fair. You will understand the right way to live.

Proverbs 8:20

I walk in ways that are honest. I take paths that are right.

Ecclesiastes 2:13

I saw that wisdom is better than foolishness, just as light is better than darkness.

Ecclesiastes 2:16

Like a foolish person, a wise person won’t be remembered very long. The days have already come when both of them have been forgotten. Like a person who is foolish, a wise person must die too!

Jeremiah 13:20

Jerusalem, look up! Your enemies are coming from the north. Where is the flock you were supposed to take care of? Where are the sheep you were so proud of?

1 Corinthians 3:19

The wisdom of this world is foolish in God’s eyes. It is written, “God catches wise people in their own evil plans.” (Job 5:13)

Ephesians 4:22

You were taught not to live the way you used to. You must get rid of your old way of life. That’s because it has been made impure by the desire for things that lead you astray.

Ephesians 5:17

So don’t be foolish. Instead, understand what the Lord wants.

2 Timothy 3:13

Evil people and pretenders will go from bad to worse. They will fool others, and others will fool them.

James 3:13

Is anyone among you wise and understanding? That person should show it by living a good life. A wise person isn’t proud when they do good deeds.