Proverbs 11:12

New King James Version

He who is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbor, But a man of understanding holds his peace.

Cross References

2 Kings 18:36

But the people held their peace and answered him not a word; for the king’s commandment was, “Do not answer him.”

Proverbs 10:19

In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, But he who restrains his lips is wise.

Proverbs 11:11

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

Proverbs 11:13

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

Proverbs 14:21

He who despises his neighbor sins; But he who has mercy on the poor, happy is he.

Proverbs 6:32

Whoever commits adultery with a woman lacks understanding; He who does so destroys his own soul.

Luke 16:14

Now the Pharisees, who were lovers of money, also heard all these things, and they derided Him.

Luke 18:9

Also He spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others:

1 Peter 2:23

who, when He was reviled, did not revile in return; when He suffered, He did not threaten, but committed Himself to Him who judges righteously;

Judges 9:38

Then Zebul said to him, “Where indeed is your mouth now, with which you said, ‘Who is Abimelech, that we should serve him?’ Are not these the people whom you despised? Go out, if you will, and fight with them now.”

1 Samuel 10:27

But some rebels said, “How can this man save us?” So they despised him, and brought him no presents. But he held his peace.