Proverbs 15:21
Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: But a man of understanding walketh uprightly.
In context
18 A wrathful man stirreth up strife: But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife. 19 The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: But the way of the righteous is made plain. 20 A wise son maketh a glad father: But a foolish man despiseth his mother.
21 Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: But a man of understanding walketh uprightly. 22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: But in the multitude of counsellors they are established. 23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: And a word spoken in due season, how good is it! 24 The way of life is above to the wise, That he may depart from hell beneath.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 15:21 in the NIV
Folly brings joy to one who has no sense, but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 15:21 in the ESV
Folly is a joy to him who lacks sense, but a man of understanding walks straight ahead.