5 Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.
5 The purposes of a person's heart are deep waters, but one who has insight draws them out.
5 The purpose in a man's heart is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.
5 Knowing what is right is like deep water in the heart; a wise person draws from the well within.
5 Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water, But a man of understanding will draw it out.
5 Though good advice lies deep within the heart, a person with understanding will draw it out.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 20:5
Commentary on Proverbs 20:5
(Read Proverbs 20:5)
Though many capable of giving wise counsel are silent, yet something may be drawn from them, which will reward those who obtain it.