Proverbs 14:3

Berean Standard Bible

The proud speech of a fool brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.

King James Version

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.

World English Bible

The fool’s talk brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.

American Standard Version

In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for his pride; But the lips of the wise shall preserve them.