Proverbs 15:21

Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:21

BSB
Folly is joy to one who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding walks a straight path.
AKJV
Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walks uprightly.
CPDV
Folly is gladness to the foolish. And the prudent man sets his own steps in order.
ERV
Folly is joy to him that is void of wisdom: but a man of understanding maketh straight his going.
NHEB
Folly is joy to one who is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding keeps his way straight.
SMT
Folly is joy to him wanting heart: and the man of understanding will make straight to go.

Commentary for Proverbs 15:21

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 15:21
Summary
Fools find joy in folly; wise pursue virtue
Event
Contrasting pursuits of fool and wise
Estimated Time Period
c. 970 BC
Category
Wisdom