14:12 a way that seems upright Repeated in 16:25, this proverb reflects the way of the forbidden woman that can ultimately end in death (5:3–6; 7:25–27). In contrast, the way of wisdom leads to pleasantness and peace (3:17–18).
Barry, J. D., Mangum, D., Brown, D. R., Heiser, M. S., Custis, M., Ritzema, E., … Bomar, D. (2012, 2016).
Faithlife Study Bible (Pr 14:12). Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press.
Here is a good commentary on this passage
https://www.theberean.org/index.cfm/fuseaction/Home.showBerean/BereanID/5924/Proverbs-14-12.htm