Proverbs 12:15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, 1 but a wise man listens to advice. 1

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The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.

In Context

14From the fruit of his words a person is filled with good things, 1 just as the work of his hands rewards him. 1

16A fool shows his anger at once, 1 but one who ignores an insult is prudent. 1

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Cross References

Proverbs 1:5Let wise people listen and increase their learning, 1 and let discerning people get guidance, 1

Proverbs 9:9Give to a wise person, and he will become even wiser; 1 teach a righteous person, and he will add to his learning. 1

Proverbs 13:10Pride only breeds conflict, 1 but for those who listen to good advice there is wisdom. 1

Proverbs 14:16A wise man fears and turns away from evil, 1 but the fool confidently dismisses a warning. 1

Proverbs 16:25There is a way that seems right to a man, 1 but its end is the way to death. 1

Proverbs 21:2Every person's way is right in his own eyes, 1 but it is Yahweh who weighs the hearts. 1

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 →

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