Proverbs 14:3

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lippes of the wise shall preserue them.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for {his} back, But the lips of the wise will protect them.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for `his' pride; But the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
- American Standard Version (1901)

In the mouth of the foolish man is a rod for his back, but the lips of the wise will keep them safe.
- Basic English Bible

In the fool's mouth is a rod of pride; but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
- Darby Bible

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
- Webster's Bible

The fool's talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.
- World English Bible

In the mouth of a fool [is] a rod of pride, And the lips of the wise preserve them.
- Youngs Literal Bible

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride; but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 14:3

14:3 A rod - His insolent speeches as they are like a rod, offensive to others, so, they make a rod for their own backs.