Proverbs 15:19-21

International Children’s Bible

¹⁹A lazy person’s life is as difficult as walking through a patch of thorns.
But an honest person’s life is as easy as walking down a smooth highway.

²⁰A wise son makes his father happy.
But a foolish person hates his mother.

²¹A man without wisdom enjoys being foolish.
But a man with understanding does what is right.

Proverbs 15:19-21

New International Version

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

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

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

International Children’s Bible (ICB)

New International Version (NIV)