Verse (Click for Chapter) GOD'S WORD® Translation A person who despises a neighbor has no sense, but a person who has understanding keeps quiet. American Standard Version He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace. Berean Study Bible Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment, but a man of understanding remains silent. Douay-Rheims Bible He that despiseth his friend, is mean of heart: but the wise man will hold his peace. English Revised Version He that despiseth his neighbour is void of wisdom: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace. King James Bible He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace. World English Bible One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace. Young's Literal Translation Whoso is despising his neighbour lacketh heart, And a man of understanding keepeth silence. Proverbs 11:12 Additional Translations ... Links Proverbs 11:12 NIVProverbs 11:12 NLT Proverbs 11:12 ESV Proverbs 11:12 NASB Proverbs 11:12 NKJV Proverbs 11:12 KJV |