American Standard Version

Proverbs 15:10-21 American Standard Version (ASV)

10. There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; And he that hateth reproof shall die.

11. Sheol and Abaddon are before Jehovah: How much more then the hearts of the children of men!

12. A scoffer loveth not to be reproved; He will not go unto the wise.

13. A glad heart maketh a cheerful countenance; But by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken.

14. The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge; But the mouth of fools feedeth on folly.

15. All the days of the afflicted are evil; But he that is of a cheerful heart hath a continual feast.

16. Better is little, with the fear of Jehovah, Than great treasure and trouble therewith.

17. Better is a dinner of herbs, where love is, Than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.

18. A wrathful man stirreth up contention; But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.

19. The way of the sluggard is as a hedge of thorns; But the path of the upright is made a highway.

20. A wise son maketh a glad father; But a foolish man despiseth his mother.

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