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20 A ben chacham maketh glad an av, but a kesil adam despiseth immo.

21 Folly is simchah to him that is destitute of lev [of discernment], but an ish tevunah walketh uprightly.

22 Without counsel, plans go amiss, but in the multitude of yo’atzim (counsellors) they are established.

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20 A wise son brings joy to his father,(A)
    but a foolish man despises his mother.

21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense,(B)
    but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.

22 Plans fail for lack of counsel,(C)
    but with many advisers(D) they succeed.(E)

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