¹⁵ The way of fools seems right to them,^(A)
    but the wise listen to advice.^(B)

²⁰ Listen to advice and accept discipline,^(A)
    and at the end you will be counted among the wise.^(B)

¹⁶ The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,^(A)
    but a fool^(B) is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

⁵ let the wise listen and add to their learning,^(A)
    and let the discerning get guidance—

²² “How long will you who are simple^(B) love your simple ways?
    How long will mockers delight in mockery
    and fools hate^(C) knowledge?
²³ Repent at my rebuke!
    Then I will pour out my thoughts to you,
    I will make known to you my teachings.