⁴ These proverbs will give insight to the simple,
    knowledge and discernment to the young.

³² For simpletons turn away from me—to death.
    Fools are destroyed by their own complacency.

⁷ I saw some naive young men,
    and one in particular who lacked common sense.

⁴ “Come in with me,” she urges the simple.
    To those who lack good judgment, she says,

¹⁵ Only simpletons believe everything they’re told!
    The prudent carefully consider their steps.

²⁵ If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded will learn a lesson;
    if you correct the wise, they will be all the wiser.

¹¹ If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded become wise;
    if you instruct the wise, they will be all the wiser.

³ A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions.
    The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.