A fool despises his father’s discipline,
but a person who accepts correction is sensible.(A)

Read full chapter

10 Discipline is harsh for the one who leaves the path;
the one who hates correction will die.

Read full chapter

12 A mocker doesn’t love one who corrects him;(A)
he will not consult the wise.

Read full chapter

22 Plans fail when there is no counsel,
but with many advisers they succeed.(A)

Read full chapter

31 One who[a] listens to life-giving rebukes(A)
will be at home among the wise.

32 Anyone who ignores discipline despises himself,(B)
but whoever listens to correction acquires good sense.[b](C)

33 The fear of the Lord is what wisdom teaches,
and humility comes before honor.(D)

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. 15:31 Lit An ear that
  2. 15:32 Lit acquires a heart

Bible Gateway Recommends

CSB Kids Bible--soft leather-look, blue with sports balls
CSB Kids Bible--soft leather-look, blue with sports balls
Retail: $29.99
Our Price: $17.32
Save: $12.67 (42%)
CSB Invitation New Testament, Case of 108
CSB Invitation New Testament, Case of 108
Retail: $106.92
Our Price: $78.99
Save: $27.93 (26%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
CSB Apologetics Study Bible for Students, Softcover
CSB Apologetics Study Bible for Students, Softcover
Retail: $27.99
Our Price: $14.15
Save: $13.84 (49%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars
CSB Everyday Study Bible--soft leather-look, black
CSB Everyday Study Bible--soft leather-look, black
Retail: $34.99
Our Price: $20.21
Save: $14.78 (42%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars