Proverbs 26:16

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who can answer discreetly.

Cross References

Proverbs 12:15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.

Proverbs 26:12

Do you see a man who is wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

Proverbs 27:11

Be wise, my son, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him who reproaches me.

Proverbs 6:6

Go to the ant, O sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise.

1 Peter 3:15

but in your hearts reverence Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to make a defense to any one who calls you to account for the hope that is in you, yet do it with gentleness and reverence;