Proverbs 15:5
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A [flippant, arrogant] fool rejects his father’s instruction and correction,
But he who [is willing to learn and] regards and keeps in mind a reprimand acquires good sense.
Proverbs 15:10
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There is severe discipline for him who [a]turns from the way [of righteousness];
And he who hates correction will die.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 15:10 Lit forsakes.
Proverbs 15:12
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A scoffer [unlike a wise man] resents one who rebukes him and tries to teach him;
Nor will he go to the wise [for counsel and instruction].
Proverbs 15:22
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Without consultation and wise advice, plans are frustrated,
But with many counselors they are established and succeed.
Proverbs 15:31-33
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The ear that listens to and learns from the life-giving rebuke (reprimand, censure)
Will remain among the wise.
32
He who neglects and ignores instruction and discipline despises himself,
But he who learns from rebuke acquires understanding [and grows in wisdom].
33
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the instruction for wisdom [its starting point and its essence];
And before honor comes humility.
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