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19 A lazy fellow has trouble all through life; the good man’s path is easy!

20 A sensible son gladdens his father. A rebellious son saddens his mother.[a]

21 If a man enjoys folly, something is wrong! The sensible stay on the pathways of right.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:20 saddens his mother, literally, “despises his mother.”

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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