Proverbs 12:15
15 The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice.
Other Translations of Proverbs 12:15
King James Version
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
English Standard Version
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.
The Message
15 Fools are headstrong and do what they like; wise people take advice.
New King James Version
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise.
New Living Translation
15 Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:15
Commentary on Proverbs 12:15
(Read Proverbs 12:15)
A fool, in the sense of Scripture, means a wicked man, one who acts contrary to the wisdom that is from above. His rule is, to do what is right in his own eyes.