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Berean Standard Bible

Folly is joy to one who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding walks a straight path.

Context

19The way of the slacker is like a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway. 20A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother. 21Folly is joy to one who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding walks a straight path. 22Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. 23A man takes joy in a fitting reply— and how good is a timely word!

English text: Berean Standard Bible (BSB). English audio: Berean Standard Audio Bible.