Proverbs 15:5

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⁵A fool despises his father’s correction,
but he who heeds reproof shows prudence.

Proverbs 15:5

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⁵A fool despises a parent’s instruction,
but the one who heeds admonition is prudent.^(A)

⁵A fool spurns a parent’s discipline,
but whoever heeds correction shows prudence.^(A)

¹⁴The heart of one who has understanding seeks knowledge,
but the mouths of fools feed on folly.

¹⁴The mind of one who has understanding seeks knowledge,
but the mouths of fools feed on folly.

¹⁴The discerning heart seeks knowledge,^(A)
but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.

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