Proverbs 15:21

The English Standar Version

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

Cross References

Job 28:28

And he said to man, 'Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.' "

Psalm 111:10

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!

Proverbs 10:23

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

Proverbs 11:12

Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense, but a man of understanding remains silent.

Proverbs 14:16

One who is wise is cautious[4] and turns away from evil, but a fool is reckless and careless.

Proverbs 14:8

The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools is deceiving.

Proverbs 14:9

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

Proverbs 15:22

Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.

Proverbs 4:25

Let your eyes look directly forward, and your gaze be straight before you.

Proverbs 4:26

Ponder[3] the path of your feet; then all your ways will be sure.

Ephesians 5:15

Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise,

James 3:13

Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom.