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Berean Standard Bible

The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps.

Context

13Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in sorrow. 14The backslider in heart receives the fill of his own ways, but a good man is rewarded for his ways. 15The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps. 16A wise man fears * and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless. 17A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated.

English text: Berean Standard Bible (BSB). English audio: Berean Standard Audio Bible.