King James Bible
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

American Standard Version
A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

Young's Literal Translation
A prudent man is concealing knowledge, And the heart of fools proclaimeth folly.

Proverbs 12:23 Additional Translations
Clarke's Commentary on the Bible

A prudent man concealeth knowledge - "If a fool hold his peace he may pass for a wise man." I have known men of some learning, so intent on immediately informing a company how well cultivated their minds were, that they have passed either for insignificant pedants or stupid asses.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

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Proverbs 10:19 In the multitude of words there wants not sin: but he that refrains his lips is wise.

Proverbs 11:13 A talebearer reveals secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.

Proverbs 13:16 Every prudent man deals with knowledge: but a fool lays open his folly.

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Proverbs 15:2 The tongue of the wise uses knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools pours out foolishness.

Ecclesiastes 10:3,12-14 Yes also, when he that is a fool walks by the way, his wisdom fails him, and he said to every one that he is a fool...

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