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Proverbs 15:21-23
Legacy Standard Bible

21 Folly is gladness to him who lacks a heart of wisdom,
But a man of discernment (A)walks straight.
22 Without consultation, [a]plans are frustrated,
But with many counselors they [b]succeed.
23 A (B)man has gladness in an [c]apt answer,
And how good is a timely (C)word!

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:22 Lit thoughts
  2. Proverbs 15:22 Or are established
  3. Proverbs 15:23 Lit answer of his mouth
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Proverbs 15:21-23
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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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