^25 (A)Strike ^(B)a scoffer, and the simple will ^(C)learn prudence;
    ^(D)reprove a man of understanding, and he will gain knowledge.

¹¹ When ^(A)a scoffer is punished, the simple becomes wise;
    when a wise man is instructed, he gains knowledge.

¹⁰ A rebuke goes deeper into a man of understanding
    than a hundred blows into a fool.

^5 (A)A fool ^(B)despises his father's instruction,
    but ^(C)whoever heeds reproof is prudent.

^8 (A)Do not reprove a scoffer, or he will hate you;
    ^(B)reprove a wise man, and he will love you.
⁹ Give instruction^[a] to a wise man, and he will be ^(C)still wiser;
    teach a righteous man, and he will ^(D)increase in learning.
^10 (E)The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,
    and ^(F)the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.