Proverbs 10:23

The English Standar Version

Doing wrong is like a joke to a fool, but wisdom is pleasure to a man of understanding.

Cross References

Proverbs 14:9

Fools mock at the guilt offering, but the upright enjoy acceptance.[2]

Proverbs 15:21

Folly is a joy to him who lacks sense, but a man of understanding walks straight ahead.

Proverbs 16:21

The wise of heart is called discerning, and sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness.

Proverbs 2:14

who rejoice in doing evil and delight in the perverseness of evil,

Ecclesiastes 11:9

Rejoice, O young man, in your youth, and let your heart cheer you in the days of your youth. Walk in the ways of your heart and the sight of your eyes. But know that for all these things God will bring you into judgment.