Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Yea also, when he that is a fool walketh by the way, his wisdom faileth him, and he saith to every one that he is a fool.

Bible References

And he

Ecclesiastes 5:3
For dreams result from much work and a fool’s voice from many words.
Proverbs 13:16
Every sensible person acts knowledgeably,
but a fool displays his stupidity.
Proverbs 18:2
A fool does not delight in understanding,
but only wants to show off his opinions.
1 Peter 4:4
So they are surprised that you don’t plunge with them into the same flood of wild living—and they slander you.

General references

1 Kings 12:8
But he rejected the advice of the elders who had advised him and consulted with the young men who had grown up with him and served him.
Proverbs 14:33
Wisdom resides in the heart of the discerning;
she is known even among fools.
Proverbs 17:28
Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent,
discerning when he seals his lips.


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