16 The wise fear the Lord and shun evil, but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure.
16 A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.
16 One who is wise is cautious
16 The wise watch their steps and avoid evil; fools are headstrong and reckless.
16 A wise man fears and departs from evil, But a fool rages and is self-confident.
16 The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:16
Commentary on Proverbs 14:16
(Read Proverbs 14:16)
Holy fear guards against every thing unholy.