Proverbs 17:24
Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.
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English Standard Version
The discerning sets his face toward wisdom, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.
New International Version
A discerning man keeps wisdom in view, but a fool's eyes wander to the ends of the earth.
Catholic Public Domain Version
Prudence shines from the face of the wise. The eyes of the foolish are on the ends of the earth