21 Foolishness brings joy to one without sense,
but a person with understanding walks a straight path.(A)

22 Plans fail when there is no counsel,
but with many advisers they succeed.(B)

23 A person takes joy in giving an answer;[a]
and a timely word—how good that is!(C)

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  1. 15:23 Lit in an answer of his mouth

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

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

23 A person finds joy in giving an apt reply(E)
    and how good is a timely word!(F)

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