Devine Scripture

Proverbs 12:15

Proverbs chapter 12 · verse 15 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

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

KJV

King James Version · 1611

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

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

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

Context

v.14A 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.

v.15This passage

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

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Proverbs 14:16

    A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil; But the fool beareth himself insolently, and is confident.

  • Proverbs 30:12

    There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, Andyetare not washed from their filthiness.

  • Galatians 6:3

    For if a man thinketh himself to be something when he is nothing, he deceiveth himself.

  • Proverbs 3:7

    Be not wise in thine own eyes; Fear Jehovah, and depart from evil:

  • Proverbs 26:12

    Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? There is more hope of a fool than of him.

  • Proverbs 26:16

    The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit Than seven men that can render a reason.