Proverbs 18:15

¶ The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

The heart {H3820} of the prudent {H995} getteth {H7069} knowledge {H1847}; and the ear {H241} of the wise {H2450} seeketh {H1245} knowledge {H1847}.

The mind of a person with discernment gets knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.

The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

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Cross-References

  • James 1:5 (9 votes)

    If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

  • Proverbs 15:14 (8 votes)

    ¶ The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.

  • 1 Kings 3:9 (6 votes)

    Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people?

  • Psalms 119:97 (6 votes)

    ¶ MEM. O how love I thy law! it [is] my meditation all the day.

  • Psalms 119:104 (6 votes)

    Through thy precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way.

  • Proverbs 1:5 (6 votes)

    A wise [man] will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:

  • Luke 10:39 (6 votes)

    And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word.