Proverbs 10:8-10

New Century Version

⁸The wise do what they are told,
but a talkative fool will be ruined.

⁹The honest person will live in safety,
but the dishonest will be caught.

¹⁰A wink may get you into trouble,
and foolish talk will lead to your ruin.

Proverbs 10:8-10

New International Version

⁸The wise in heart accept commands,
but a chattering fool comes to ruin.^(A)

⁹Whoever walks in integrity^(B) walks securely,^(C)
but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.^(D)

¹⁰Whoever winks maliciously^(E) causes grief,
and a chattering fool comes to ruin.

New Century Version (NCV)

New International Version (NIV)