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Proverbs 12:15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
Proverbs 12:15 · King James Version

In other versions

  • The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.

    ASV

  • The way of the foolish man seems right to him? but the wise man gives ear to suggestions.

    BBE

  • The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.

    DBY

  • The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who is wise listens to counsel.

    WEB

  • The way of a fool `is' right in his own eyes, And whoso is hearkening to counsel `is' wise.

    YLT

  • The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkens unto counsel is wise.

    ENG

  • The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth to counsel is wise.

    WBT

  • The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.

    BSB

In context

13The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble.

14A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.

15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.

16A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.

17He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.

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