Proverbs 12:15
Stupid people think they're on the right track, but if you're wise you listen to advice.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
In Context
14What you say brings you rewards, and your work returns to bless you.
16Stupid people get angry immediately, but if you're sensible you ignore an insult.
Cross References
Proverbs 1:5Wise people will listen and gain in learning, and those who have good judgment will gain skills in guidance,
Proverbs 9:9Educate the wise and they'll become even wiser; teach those who live right and they will increase their learning.
Proverbs 13:10Pride only causes conflict; but those who take advice are wise.
Proverbs 14:16Wise people are careful and avoid evil, but stupid people are confidently reckless.
Proverbs 16:25There's a way that seems to be right, but in the end it's the way of death.
Proverbs 21:2People think that whatever they do is fine, but the Lord looks at their motives.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 12:15
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him. We are here assured, for our quickening to every good word and work, 1. That even good words will turn to a good account ( v. 14 ): A man shall be satisfied with good (that is, he shall gain present comfort, that inward pleasure which is truly satisfying) by the fruit of his mouth, by the good he does with his pious discourse and prudent advice. While we are teaching others we may… Read the whole commentary →