Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Folly is joy to him that is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding maketh straight his going.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Foolish behaviour is joy to the unwise; but a man of good sense makes his way straight.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

Folly is joy to him that is void of sense; but a man of understanding regulateth his walk.

World English Bible (WEB)

Folly is joy to one who is void of wisdom, But a man of understanding keeps his way straight.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Folly is joy to one lacking heart, And a man of intelligence directeth `his' going.