Proverbs 15:21

The Passion Translation

The senseless fool treats life like a joke, but the one with living-understanding makes good choices.

Cross References

Psalm 111:10

Where can wisdom be found? It is born in the fear of God. Everyone who follows his ways will never lack his living-understanding. And the adoration of God will abide throughout eternity!

Proverbs 10:23

The fool finds fun in planning to do wrong, but the wise delight in having discernment.

Proverbs 11:12

To quarrel with a neighbor is senseless. Bite your tongue; be wise and keep quiet!

Proverbs 14:16

A wise person is careful in all things and turns quickly from evil, while the impetuous fool moves ahead with overconfidence.

Proverbs 14:8

For the wisdom of the wise will keep life on the right track, while the fool only deceives himself and refuses to face reality.

Proverbs 14:9

Fools mock the need for repentance, while the favor of God rests upon all his lovers.

Proverbs 15:22

Your plans will fall apart right in front of you if you fail to get good advice. But if you first seek out multiple counselors, you’ll watch your plans succeed.

Proverbs 4:25

Set your gaze on the path before you. With fixed purpose, looking straight ahead, ignore life’s distractions.

Proverbs 4:26

Watch where you’re going! Stick to the path of truth, and the road will be safe and smooth before you.

Ephesians 5:15

So be very careful how you live, not being like those with no understanding, but live honorably with true wisdom, for we are living in evil times. Take full advantage of every day as you spend your life for his purposes.

James 3:13

If you consider yourself to be wise and one who understands the ways of God, advertise it with a beautiful, fruitful life guided by wisdom’s gentleness. Never brag or boast about what you’ve done and you’ll prove that you’re truly wise.