Devine Scripture

Proverbs 15:22

Proverbs chapter 15 · verse 22 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

Where there is no counsel, purposes are disappointed; But in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

Where there is no counsel, purposes are disappointed; But in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

Context

v.21Folly is joy to him that is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding maketh straight his going.

v.22This passage

v.23A man hath joy in the answer of his mouth; And a word in due season, how good is it!

Cross references

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

  • Proverbs 11:14

    Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth; But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.

  • Proverbs 20:18

    Every purpose is established by counsel; And by wise guidance make thou war.

  • Ecclesiastes 8:6

    for to every purpose there is a time and judgment; because the misery of man is great upon him: