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Proverbs 12:15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.

Proverbs 12:15 · American Standard Version

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Proverbs 12:15 in other translations

KJV King James Version

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.

WEB World English Bible

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.

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In context

12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men; But the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.

13 In the transgression of the lips is a snare to the evil man; But the righteous shall come out of trouble.

14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth; And the doings of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.

15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.

16 A fool’s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.

17 He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit.

18 There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword; But the tongue of the wise is health.

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