Verse Comparison: Proverbs 14:16
American Standard Version
A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil; But the fool beareth himself insolently, and is confident.
Amplified® Bible
A wise man suspects danger and cautiously avoids evil, but the fool bears himself insolently and is [presumptuously] confident.
Contemporary English Version
Only a stupid fool is never cautious-- so be extra careful and stay out of trouble.
Darby English Version
A wise [man] feareth and departeth from evil; but the foolish is overbearing and confident.
Good News Bible
Sensible people are careful to stay out of trouble, but stupid people are careless and act too quickly.
King James Version
A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.
New American Standard Bible
A wise man is cautious and turns away from evil, But a fool is arrogant and careless.
New International Version
A wise man fears the LORD and shuns evil,
but a fool is hotheaded and reckless.
New King James Version
A wise man fears and departs from evil,
But a fool rages and is self-confident.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
A wise man displays caution and turns away from evil, But a fool acts arrogantly and carelessly.
Revised Standard Version
A wise man is cautious and turns away from evil, but a fool throws off restraint and is careless.
Young's Literal Translation
The wise is fearing and turning from evil, And a fool is transgressing and is confident.
