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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment, but a man of understanding remains silent.

World English Bible (WEB)

One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.

King James Version (KJV)

He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He who has a poor opinion of his neighbour has no sense, but a wise man keeps quiet.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

El que carece de entendimiento, menosprecia á su prójimo: mas el hombre prudente calla.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

El imprudente desprecia a su prójimo, pero el prudente guarda silencio.

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