Proverbs 26:12
The Scripture
(12) Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king of Israel is warned about the danger of lying and the consequences of false speech. The text contrasts the wisdom of truth with the folly of deceit, showing how lies can bring ruin and how honesty leads to peace. It also mentions the importance of guarding one's tongue and speaking only what is true.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 22:29Proverbs 29:20Matthew 21:31Luke 7:44Proverbs 26:5Proverbs 26:16Proverbs 28:11Luke 18:11Romans 12:16I Corinthians 3:18I Corinthians 3:19II Corinthians 8:1
Related verses (shared words)
Ecclesiastes 2:16Romans 8:24Proverbs 26:5Ecclesiastes 2:19I Corinthians 3:18Proverbs 29:20