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31 The ear that hearkeneth to the reproof of life
Shall abide among the wise.
32 He that refuseth [a]correction despiseth his own soul;
But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth [b]understanding.
33 The fear of Jehovah is the instruction of wisdom;
And before honor goeth humility.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:32 Or, instruction
  2. Proverbs 15:32 Hebrew heart.

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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