19 The way of a slothful man is as an hedge of [a]thorns: but the way of the righteous is plain.

20 (A)A wise son rejoiceth the father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.

21 Foolishness is joy to him that is destitute of understanding: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:19 That is, he ever findeth some let or stay, and dare not go forward.

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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