19 A slacker’s way is like a thorny hedge,
but the path of the upright is a highway.(A)

20 A wise son brings joy to his father,
but a foolish man despises his mother.(B)

21 Foolishness brings joy to one without sense,
but a person with understanding walks a straight path.(C)

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19 The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns,(A)
    but the path of the upright is a highway.

20 A wise son brings joy to his father,(B)
    but a foolish man despises his mother.

21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense,(C)
    but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.

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