NIV: The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.
NAS: The naive believes everything, But the sensible man considers his steps.
KJV: The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
GWT: A gullible person believes anything, but a sensible person watches his step.
ASV: The simple believeth every word; But the prudent man looketh well to his going.
BBE: The simple man has faith in every word, but the man of good sense gives thought to his footsteps.
DBY: The simple believeth every word; but the prudent man heedeth his going.
DRB: The innocent believeth every word: the discreet man considereth his steps. No good shall come to the deceitful son: but the wise servant shall prosper in his dealings, and his way shall be made straight.
WBS: The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
WEB: A simple man believes everything, but the prudent man carefully considers his ways.
YLT: The simple giveth credence to everything, And the prudent attendeth to his step.
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