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Proverbs 20:5

Counsel in the heart of a man is like deep waters. But a wise man will draw it out
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King James Version

Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.

English Standard Version

The purpose in a man's heart is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.

New International Version

The purposes of a man's heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out.