Proverbs 15:21

New International Version

Folly brings joy to one who has no sense, but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.

Cross References

Job 28:28

And he said to the human race, “The fear of the Lord—that is wisdom, and to shun evil is understanding.”

Psalm 111:10

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.

Proverbs 10:23

A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes, but a person of understanding delights in wisdom.

Proverbs 11:12

Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense, but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.

Proverbs 14:16

The wise fear the Lord and shun evil, but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

Proverbs 14:8

The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.

Proverbs 14:9

Fools mock at making amends for sin, but goodwill is found among the upright.

Proverbs 15:22

Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.

Proverbs 4:25

Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you.

Proverbs 4:26

Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways.

Ephesians 5:15

Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise,

James 3:13

Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.