Proverbs 10:23

Bible in Basic English 1965

It is sport to the foolish man to do evil, but the man of good sense takes delight in wisdom.

Cross References

Proverbs 14:9

In the tents of those hating authority there is error, but in the house of the upright man there is grace.

Proverbs 15:21

Foolish behaviour is joy to the unwise; but a man of good sense makes his way straight.

Proverbs 16:21

The wise-hearted will be named men of good sense: and by pleasing words learning is increased.

Proverbs 2:14

Who take pleasure in wrongdoing, and have joy in the evil designs of the sinner;

Ecclesiastes 11:9

Have joy, O young man, while you are young; and let your heart be glad in the days of your strength, and go in the ways of your heart, and in the desire of your eyes; but be certain that for all these things God will be your judge.