Proverbs 14:7

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Leave the presence of a fool, for there you do not find words of knowledge.

Cross References

Proverbs 13:20

Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools suffers harm.

Ephesians 5:11

Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them.

1 Corinthians 5:11

But now I am writing to you not to associate with anyone who bears the name of brother or sister who is sexually immoral or greedy, or is an idolater, reviler, drunkard, or robber. Do not even eat with such a one.

Proverbs 9:6

Lay aside immaturity, and live, and walk in the way of insight.”

Proverbs 19:27

Cease straying, my child, from the words of knowledge, in order that you may hear instruction.

Proverbs 14:6

A scoffer seeks wisdom in vain, but knowledge is easy for one who understands.

Proverbs 23:9

Do not speak in the hearing of a fool, who will only despise the wisdom of your words.

Jeremiah 28:11

And Hananiah spoke in the presence of all the people, saying, “Thus says the Lord: This is how I will break the yoke of King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon from the neck of all the nations within two years.” At this, the prophet Jeremiah went his way.