O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart.
O ye simple, understand wisdom; and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart. "Wisdom" (Chakmah) in Proverbs 8:1 is a different Hebrew word from that here х `aarmaah (H6195)], which is translated in Proverbs 1:4 subtilty, and has the double signification of prudence and astuteness. Translate here 'prudence.' The "simple" are those liable to be led astray. The "fools" are those actually guilty of sinful folly and error (Proverbs 26:12). Do not go on always in your folly: cease to be of a spiritually unintelligent heart, and become of an understanding heart.