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Proverbs 15:20-22
1599 Geneva Bible

20 (A)A wise son rejoiceth the father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.

21 Foolishness is joy to him that is destitute of understanding: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.

22 Without counsel, thoughts come to nought: but [a]in the multitude of counselors there is steadfastness.

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  1. Proverbs 15:22 Read Prov. 11:14.
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Proverbs 15:20-22
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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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