Proverbs 26:16
16 A sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven people who answer discreetly.
Other Translations of Proverbs 26:16
King James Version
16 The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.
English Standard Version
16 The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who can answer sensibly.
The Message
16 Dreamers fantasize their self-importance; they think they are smarter than a whole college faculty.
New King James Version
16 The lazy man is wiser in his own eyes Than seven men who can answer sensibly.
New Living Translation
16 Lazy people consider themselves smarter than seven wise counselors.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 26:16
Commentary on Proverbs 26:16
(Read Proverbs 26:16)
He that takes pains in religion, knows he is working for a good Master, and that his labour shall not be in vain.