Proverbs 15:14 Meaning and Explanation
“The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wise heart pursues knowledge; the fool's mouth feeds on foolishness.
The Context of Proverbs 15:14
What you pursue or consume shapes the quality of your thinking.
What Does Proverbs 15:14 Mean?
Understanding heart actively seeks—pursues and hungers for—knowledge. This is the posture of the learner: always reaching for more insight. The fool, by contrast, feeds their mouth (and indirectly their mind) on foolishness—consuming and regurgitating empty or harmful talk.
The image of feeding suggests habit and appetite. The wise feed their minds on knowledge; the fool feeds on and perpetuates folly. Over time, you become what you feed on.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 15:14
What does Proverbs 15:14 mean?
The wise heart pursues knowledge; the fool's mouth feeds on foolishness.
What is the context of Proverbs 15:14?
What you pursue or consume shapes the quality of your thinking.