15 The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice.

Other Translations of Proverbs 12:15

King James Version

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

English Standard Version

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

The Message

15 Fools are headstrong and do what they like; wise people take advice.

New King James Version

15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise.

New Living Translation

15 Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:15

Commentary on Proverbs 12:15

(Read Proverbs 12:15)

A fool, in the sense of Scripture, means a wicked man, one who acts contrary to the wisdom that is from above. His rule is, to do what is right in his own eyes.

22 Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.

Other Translations of Proverbs 15:22

King James Version

22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

English Standard Version

22 Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.

The Message

22 Refuse good advice and watch your plans fail; take good counsel and watch them succeed.

New King James Version

22 Without counsel, plans go awry, But in the multitude of counselors they are established.

New Living Translation

22 Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 15:22

Commentary on Proverbs 15:22

(Read Proverbs 15:22)

If men will not take time and pains to deliberate, they are not likely to bring any thing to pass.