Proverbs 15:21-23

Tree of Life Version

²¹Folly is joy to one who lacks sense,
but one with discernment walks straight.

²²Plans fail when there is no counsel,
but with many advisers they succeed.
²³A person has joy in an appropriate answer—
how good is a timely word.

Proverbs 15:21-23

New International Version

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

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

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

Tree of Life Version (TLV)

New International Version (NIV)