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A fool despiseth his father’s instruction:
    but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.

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A fool spurns a parent’s discipline,
    but whoever heeds correction shows prudence.(A)

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10 Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way:
    and he that hateth reproof shall die.

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10 Stern discipline awaits anyone who leaves the path;
    the one who hates correction will die.(A)

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12 A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him:
    neither will he go unto the wise.

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12 Mockers resent correction,(A)
    so they avoid the wise.

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22 Without counsel purposes are disappointed:
    but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

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22 Plans fail for lack of counsel,(A)
    but with many advisers(B) they succeed.(C)

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31 The ear that heareth the reproof of life
    abideth among the wise.

32 He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul:
    but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.

33 The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom;
    and before honour is humility.

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31 Whoever heeds life-giving correction
    will be at home among the wise.(A)

32 Those who disregard discipline despise themselves,(B)
    but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.(C)

33 Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord,(D)
    and humility comes before honor.(E)

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