en_tw/bible/kt/foolish/01.md

# fool, foolish, folly

## Definition

The term "fool" refers to a person who often makes wrong choices, especially choosing to disobey. The term "foolish" describes a person or behavior that is not wise.

* In the Bible, the term "fool" usually refers to a person who does not believe or obey God. This is often contrasted to the wise person, who trusts in God and obeys God.
* In the Psalms, David describes a fool as a person who does not believe in God, who ignores all the evidence of God in his creation.
* The Old Testament book of Proverbs also gives many descriptions of what a fool, or foolish person, is like.
* The term "folly" refers to an action that is not wise because it is against God's will. Often "folly" also includes the meaning of something that is ridiculous or dangerous.


## Translation Suggestions



* The term "fool" could be translated as, "foolish person" or "unwise person" or "senseless person" or "ungodly person."
* Ways to translate "foolish" could include, "lacking understanding" or "unwise" or "senseless."