20 A wise son gladdens the father. But the foolish man despises his mother.
21 Folly is gladness to the foolish. And the prudent man sets his own steps in order.
22 Intentions dissipate where there is no counsel. Yet truly, they are confirmed where there are many counselors.
23 A man rejoices in the verdict of his own mouth. And a word at the right time is best.
24 The path of life is for the wise above, so that he may turn away from the end of Hell.
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