19 The way of the [a]lazy one is like a hedge of thorns,
But the path of the upright is a highway.
20 A (A)wise son makes a father glad,
But a foolish man (B)despises his mother.
21 Foolishness is joy to one who lacks [b]sense,
But a person of understanding (C)walks straight.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:19 Lit idle
  2. Proverbs 15:21 Lit heart

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