Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice. New Living Translation Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others. English Standard Version The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. Berean Standard Bible The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel. King James Bible The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. New King James Version The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise. New American Standard Bible The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a person who listens to advice is wise. NASB 1995 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel. NASB 1977 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel. Legacy Standard Bible The way of an ignorant fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel. Amplified Bible The way of the [arrogant] fool [who rejects God’s wisdom] is right in his own eyes, But a wise and prudent man is he who listens to counsel. Christian Standard Bible A fool’s way is right in his own eyes, but whoever listens to counsel is wise. Holman Christian Standard Bible A fool’s way is right in his own eyes, but whoever listens to counsel is wise. American Standard Version The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel. Contemporary English Version Fools think they know what is best, but a sensible person listens to advice. English Revised Version The way of the foolish is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel. GOD'S WORD® Translation A stubborn fool considers his own way the right one, but a person who listens to advice is wise. Good News Translation Stupid people always think they are right. Wise people listen to advice. International Standard Version The lifestyle of the fool is right in his own opinion, but wise is the man who listens to advice. Majority Standard Bible The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel. NET Bible The way of a fool is right in his own opinion, but the one who listens to advice is wise. New Heart English Bible The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel. Webster's Bible Translation The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth to counsel is wise. World English Bible The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe way of a fool [is] right in his own eyes, "" And whoever is listening to counsel [is] wise. Young's Literal Translation The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, And whoso is hearkening to counsel is wise. Smith's Literal Translation The way of the foolish is right in his eyes: and the wise one heard to counsel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsels. Catholic Public Domain Version The way of the foolish is right in his own eyes. But whoever is wise listens to counsels. New American Bible The way of fools is right in their own eyes, but those who listen to advice are the wise. New Revised Standard Version Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to advice. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe way of a fool is right in his own eyes; but he who listens to counsel is wise. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The way of the fool is beautiful in his eyes, and he that listens to counsel is wise. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The way of a fool is straight in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel. Brenton Septuagint Translation The ways of fools are right in their own eyes; but a wise man hearkens to counsels. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Loving Discipline and Knowledge…14By fruitful speech a man is filled with good things, and the work of his hands returns to him. 15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel. 16A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.… Cross References Proverbs 3:7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil. Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. Proverbs 16:25 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. Proverbs 21:2 All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart. Proverbs 28:26 He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be safe. Proverbs 11:14 For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance. Proverbs 19:20 Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days. Proverbs 15:22 Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. Proverbs 9:9 Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning. Proverbs 13:10 Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised. Proverbs 1:5 let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 3:13-17 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good conduct, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. / But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth. / Such wisdom does not come from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. ... Romans 12:16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited. 1 Corinthians 3:18 Let no one deceive himself. If any of you thinks he is wise in this age, he should become a fool, so that he may become wise. Treasury of Scripture The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that listens to counsel is wise. way Proverbs 3:7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. Proverbs 14:16 A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident. Proverbs 16:2,25 All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits… but Proverbs 1:5 A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels: Proverbs 9:9 Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning. Proverbs 19:20 Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end. Jump to Previous Advice Counsel Ear Eyes Fool Foolish Gives Hearkeneth Hearkening Listens Right Seems Straight Suggestions Way WiseJump to Next Advice Counsel Ear Eyes Fool Foolish Gives Hearkeneth Hearkening Listens Right Seems Straight Suggestions Way WiseProverbs 12 1. Whoever loves discipline loves knowledgeThe way of a fool The Hebrew word for "fool" here is "כְּסִיל" (kesil), which often denotes someone who is morally deficient or lacking in judgment. In the ancient Near Eastern context, a fool was not merely someone who lacked intelligence, but someone who rejected wisdom and discipline. The "way" refers to the path or manner of life that a person chooses. This phrase suggests that fools are self-deceived, believing their path is correct without seeking external validation or guidance. Historically, this reflects a common theme in wisdom literature, where the fool is contrasted with the wise, emphasizing the importance of humility and teachability. is right in his own eyes but a wise man listens to counsel Ὅς τις τοι δοκέει τὸν πλησίον ἴδμεναι οὐδὲν Hebrew The wayדֶּ֣רֶךְ (de·reḵ) Noun - common singular Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action of a fool אֱ֭וִיל (’ĕ·wîl) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 191: Foolish [is] right יָשָׁ֣ר (yā·šār) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 3477: Straight, right in his own eyes, בְּעֵינָ֑יו (bə·‘ê·nāw) Preposition-b | Noun - cdc | third person masculine singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain but a wise [man] חָכָֽם׃ (ḥā·ḵām) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2450: Wise listens וְשֹׁמֵ֖עַ (wə·šō·mê·a‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently to counsel. לְעֵצָ֣ה (lə·‘ê·ṣāh) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6098: Advice, plan, prudence Links Proverbs 12:15 NIVProverbs 12:15 NLT Proverbs 12:15 ESV Proverbs 12:15 NASB Proverbs 12:15 KJV Proverbs 12:15 BibleApps.com Proverbs 12:15 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 12:15 Chinese Bible Proverbs 12:15 French Bible Proverbs 12:15 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 12:15 The way of a fool is right (Prov. 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