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Proverbs 25:12
New International Version
Proverbs 25:12
New International Version
12 Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold
is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.(A)
Proverbs 25:12
Amplified Bible
Proverbs 25:12
Amplified Bible
12
Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold
Is a wise reprover to an ear that listens and learns.
Proverbs 25:12
New Living Translation
Proverbs 25:12
New Living Translation
12 To one who listens, valid criticism
is like a gold earring or other gold jewelry.
Proverbs 25:12
The Message
Proverbs 25:12
The Message
11-12 The right word at the right time
is like a custom-made piece of jewelry,
And a wise friend’s timely reprimand
is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.
Proverbs 25:12
Contemporary English Version
Proverbs 25:12
Contemporary English Version
12 Listening to good advice
is worth much more
than jewelry made of gold.
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New Living Translation (NLT)
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The Message (MSG)
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Contemporary English Version (CEV) 
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