Proverbs 14:7
“Stay away from a foolish man, for you won’t find knowledge on his lips.”
What does Proverbs 14:7 mean?
The book of Proverbs is full of practical wisdom about how we spend our time and energy, and this verse offers blunt advice: if someone consistently shows poor judgment and spreads confusion rather than insight, your time with them won't help you grow. This doesn't mean being unkind to people who struggle or make mistakes, but rather being intentional about whose influence shapes your thinking. We absorb patterns of thought from those we're close to, so it matters whether the people around us encourage wisdom or pull us toward foolishness. Whether you're facing a difficult relationship or simply trying to make better choices about who gets access to your inner circle, this verse quietly affirms that protecting your own growth is wise, not selfish.