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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/12.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/12.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/12.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/12.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/12.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool <i>is</i> right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel <i>is</i> wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/12.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The way of a fool <i>is</i> right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel <i>is</i> wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a person who listens to advice is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/12.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The way of an ignorant fool is right in his own eyes, But a wise man is he who listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The way of the [arrogant] fool [who rejects God’s wisdom] is right in his own eyes, But a wise <i>and</i> prudent man is he who listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A fool’s way is right in his own eyes, but whoever listens to counsel is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A fool&#8217s way is right in his own eyes, but whoever listens to counsel is wise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/12.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Fools think they know what is best, but a sensible person listens to advice. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/12.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The way of the foolish is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A stubborn fool considers his own way the right one, but a person who listens to advice is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/12.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Stupid people always think they are right. Wise people listen to advice. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/12.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The lifestyle of the fool is right in his own opinion, but wise is the man who listens to advice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/12.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own opinion, but the one who listens to advice is wise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth to counsel is wise.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/12.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The way of a fool [is] right in his own eyes, "" And whoever is listening to counsel [is] wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, And whoso is hearkening to counsel is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The way of the foolish is right in his eyes: and the wise one heard to counsel.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsels. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The way of the foolish is right in his own eyes. But whoever is wise listens to counsels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/12.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The way of fools is right in their own eyes, but those who listen to advice are the wise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to advice.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; but he who listens to counsel is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/12.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The way of the fool is beautiful in his eyes, and he that listens to counsel is wise.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/12.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The way of a fool is straight in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/12.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The ways of fools are right in their own eyes; but a wise man hearkens to counsels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/12-15.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=2250" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/12.htm">Loving Discipline and Knowledge</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">14</span>By fruitful speech a man is filled with good things, and the work of his hands returns to him. <span class="reftext">15</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1870.htm" title="1870: de·reḵ (N-cs) -- Way, road, distance, journey, manner. From darak; a road; figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb.">The way</a> <a href="/hebrew/191.htm" title="191: ’ĕ·wîl (N-ms) -- Foolish. From an unused root; silly.">of a fool</a> <a href="/hebrew/3477.htm" title="3477: yā·šār (Adj-ms) -- Straight, right. From yashar; straight.">is right</a> <a href="/hebrew/5869.htm" title="5869: bə·‘ê·nāw (Prep-b:: N-cdc:: 3ms) -- An eye. Probably a primitive word; an eye; by analogy, a fountain.">in his own eyes,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2450.htm" title="2450: ḥā·ḵām (Adj-ms) -- Wise. From chakam; wise.">but a wise man</a> <a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: wə·šō·mê·a‘ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">listens</a> <a href="/hebrew/6098.htm" title="6098: lə·‘ê·ṣāh (Prep-l:: N-fs) -- Counsel, advice. From ya'ats; advice; by implication, plan; also prudence.">to counsel.</a> </span><span class="reftext">16</span>A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-7.htm">Proverbs 3:7</a></span><br />Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/14-12.htm">Proverbs 14:12</a></span><br />There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-25.htm">Proverbs 16:25</a></span><br />There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/21-2.htm">Proverbs 21:2</a></span><br />All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/28-26.htm">Proverbs 28:26</a></span><br />He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be safe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/11-14.htm">Proverbs 11:14</a></span><br />For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-20.htm">Proverbs 19:20</a></span><br />Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-22.htm">Proverbs 15:22</a></span><br />Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9</a></span><br />Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Proverbs 13:10</a></span><br />Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-5.htm">Proverbs 1:5</a></span><br />let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-13.htm">James 3:13-17</a></span><br />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. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-16.htm">Romans 12:16</a></span><br />Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/3-18.htm">1 Corinthians 3:18</a></span><br />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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that listens to counsel is wise.</p><p class="hdg">way</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-7.htm">Proverbs 3:7</a></b></br> Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/14-16.htm">Proverbs 14:16</a></b></br> A wise <i>man</i> feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/16-2.htm">Proverbs 16:2,25</a></b></br> All the ways of a man <i>are</i> clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits… </p><p class="hdg">but</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/1-5.htm">Proverbs 1:5</a></b></br> A wise <i>man</i> will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/9-9.htm">Proverbs 9:9</a></b></br> Give <i>instruction</i> to a wise <i>man</i>, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just <i>man</i>, and he will increase in learning.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/19-20.htm">Proverbs 19:20</a></b></br> Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/12-5.htm">Advice</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-14.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-34.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-2.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-29.htm">Fool</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-11.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-25.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-34.htm">Hearkeneth</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-34.htm">Hearkening</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-34.htm">Listens</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-5.htm">Right</a> <a href="/psalms/74-5.htm">Seems</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-5.htm">Straight</a> <a href="/job/29-21.htm">Suggestions</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-20.htm">Way</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-30.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Advice</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Counsel</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-8.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-3.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-16.htm">Fool</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-16.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-31.htm">Hearkeneth</a> <a href="/jeremiah/32-33.htm">Hearkening</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-1.htm">Listens</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Right</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-12.htm">Seems</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-12.htm">Straight</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-22.htm">Suggestions</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-26.htm">Way</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 12</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/12-1.htm">Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/12.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/12.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The way of a fool is right in his own eyes</b><br>This phrase highlights the self-deception and pride often found in foolishness. In biblical context, a "fool" is not merely someone lacking intelligence, but rather someone who rejects wisdom and moral guidance. This is echoed in <a href="/proverbs/14-12.htm">Proverbs 14:12</a>, which warns that there is a way that seems right to a person, but its end is the way of death. The phrase "in his own eyes" suggests a subjective and self-centered perspective, ignoring God's objective truth. Historically, this reflects the cultural tendency in ancient Israel to rely on personal judgment rather than divine instruction, a theme prevalent throughout the Old Testament.<p><b>but a wise man listens to counsel</b><br>In contrast, the wise person is characterized by humility and openness to guidance. This aligns with the broader biblical theme that wisdom is found in seeking and heeding advice from others, particularly those who are godly and experienced. <a href="/proverbs/11-14.htm">Proverbs 11:14</a> emphasizes the importance of having many advisers for success. The wise man's willingness to listen reflects a heart posture that values community and accountability, which are central to biblical teaching. This attitude is also seen in the life of Jesus Christ, who, though divine, engaged with others and valued their input, exemplifying perfect wisdom and humility.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/f/fool.htm">Fool</a></b><br>In the context of Proverbs, a fool is someone who rejects wisdom and instruction, often characterized by arrogance and self-reliance. The Hebrew word used here is (kesil), which implies someone who is morally deficient and lacks judgment.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/w/wise_man.htm">Wise Man</a></b><br>This refers to a person who seeks and values wisdom, often characterized by humility and a willingness to learn from others. The Hebrew word (chakam) is used, indicating someone who is skillful and prudent.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/c/counsel.htm">Counsel</a></b><br>This represents advice or guidance, often from others who are knowledgeable or experienced. In the Hebrew context, (etsah) implies strategic advice that leads to success.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_self-reliance.htm">The Danger of Self-Reliance</a></b><br>Relying solely on one's own understanding can lead to folly. It is crucial to recognize our limitations and seek wisdom beyond ourselves.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_humility.htm">The Value of Humility</a></b><br>Humility is a hallmark of wisdom. A wise person acknowledges their need for guidance and is open to learning from others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_godly_counsel.htm">Seeking Godly Counsel</a></b><br>Actively seek advice from those who are spiritually mature and grounded in biblical truth. This can provide clarity and direction in decision-making.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_community.htm">The Role of Community</a></b><br>Engage with a community of believers who can offer diverse perspectives and insights. This collective wisdom can help navigate life's challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/listening_as_a_virtue.htm">Listening as a Virtue</a></b><br>Cultivate the discipline of listening. Being attentive to counsel requires patience and a willingness to consider viewpoints different from our own.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 12</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_fools.htm">What does the Bible say about fools?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_folly.htm">What does the Bible say about foolishness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_proverbs_1_7_mean.htm">What does Proverbs 1:7 mean by "fools despise wisdom"?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_self-perceived_wisdom_mean.htm">What does self-perceived wisdom mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/12.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 15.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The way of a fool is right in his own eyes;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> in his own judgment (<a href="/proverbs/3-7.htm">Proverbs 3:7</a>: 16:2). The second clause is best translated, as in the Revised Version, "But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel," distrusting his own unaided judgment, which might lead him astray (<a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Proverbs 13:10</a>; <a href="/proverbs/14-12.htm">Proverbs 14:12</a>; <a href="/proverbs/16-25.htm">Proverbs 16:25</a>; <a href="/proverbs/21-2.htm">Proverbs 21:2</a>; comp. Ecclus. 35:19; Tobit 4:18). Theognis, 221, etc. - <p><span class="greek">Ὅς τις τοι δοκέει τὸν πλησίον ἴδμεναι οὐδὲν</span><br /><span class="greek">Ἀλλ αὐτὸς μοῦνος ποικίλα δήνε ἔχειν</span><br /><span class="greek">Κεῖνός γ ἄφρων ἐστὶ νόου βεβλαμμένος ἐσθλοῦ</span><br /><span class="greek">Ἴσως γὰρ πάντες ποικίλ ἐπιστάμεθα</span><br /><br /><span class="accented">"Who thinks his neighbour nothing knows,<br />And he alone can see,<br />Is but a fool, for we perhaps<br />Know even more than he."</span> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/12-15.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The way</span><br /><span class="heb">דֶּ֣רֶךְ</span> <span class="translit">(de·reḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1870.htm">Strong's 1870: </a> </span><span class="str2">A road, a course of life, mode of action</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of a fool</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱ֭וִיל</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·wîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> </span><span class="str2">Foolish</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[is] right</span><br /><span class="heb">יָשָׁ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(yā·šār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3477.htm">Strong's 3477: </a> </span><span class="str2">Straight, right</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in his own eyes,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּעֵינָ֑יו</span> <span class="translit">(bə·‘ê·nāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - cdc | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5869.htm">Strong's 5869: </a> </span><span class="str2">An eye, a fountain</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but a wise [man]</span><br /><span class="heb">חָכָֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·ḵām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2450.htm">Strong's 2450: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">listens</span><br /><span class="heb">וְשֹׁמֵ֖עַ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šō·mê·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to counsel.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְעֵצָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(lə·‘ê·ṣāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6098.htm">Strong's 6098: </a> </span><span class="str2">Advice, plan, prudence</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/12-15.htm">Proverbs 12:15 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/12-15.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 12:15 The way of a fool is right (Prov. 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