Proverbs 22:3

New Living Translation

A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.

Cross References

Proverbs 1:22

“How long, you simpletons, will you insist on being simpleminded? How long will you mockers relish your mocking? How long will you fools hate knowledge?

Proverbs 14:16

The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence.

Proverbs 22:4

True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life.

Proverbs 27:12

A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.

Proverbs 29:1

Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery.

Proverbs 7:7

I saw some naive young men, and one in particular who lacked common sense.

Hebrews 11:7

It was by faith that Noah built a large boat to save his family from the flood. He obeyed God, who warned him about things that had never happened before. By his faith Noah condemned the rest of the world, and he received the righteousness that comes by faith.

Hebrews 6:18

So God has given both his promise and his oath. These two things are unchangeable because it is impossible for God to lie. Therefore, we who have fled to him for refuge can have great confidence as we hold to the hope that lies before us.