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Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.
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American Standard Version
Folly is joy to him that is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding maketh straight his going.
Christian Standard Bible
Foolishness brings joy to one without sense, but a person with understanding walks a straight path.
English Standard Version
Folly is a joy to him who lacks sense, but a man of understanding walks straight ahead.
New American Standard Bible
Foolishness is joy to one who lacks sense, But a person of understanding walks straight.
New International Version
Folly brings joy to one who has no sense, but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.
New King James Version
Folly is joy to him who is destitute of discernment, But a man of understanding walks uprightly.
New Living Translation
Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense; a sensible person stays on the right path.
World English Bible
Folly is joy to one who is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding keeps his way straight.