Proverbs 15:19-21
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
19 The way of the sluggard is like a thorn hedge,
but the path of the diligent is a highway.
20 A wise son gives his father joy,
but a fool despises his mother.(A)
21 Folly is joy[a] to the senseless,
but the person of understanding goes the straight way.
Proverbs 15:19-21
New International Version
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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