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Proverbs 15:19-21
New American Standard Bible
Proverbs 15:19-21
New American Standard Bible
19 The way of the [a]lazy one is like a hedge of thorns,
But the path of the upright is a highway.
20 A (A)wise son makes a father glad,
But a foolish man (B)despises his mother.
21 Foolishness is joy to one who lacks [b]sense,
But a person of understanding (C)walks straight.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 15:19 Lit idle
- Proverbs 15:21 Lit heart
Proverbs 15:19-21
New International Version
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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