²² “How long, O ^(A)simple ones, will you love simplicity?
And ^(B)scoffers delight in scoffing
And ^[a]fools ^(C)hate knowledge?

^25 (A)Strike a scoffer and the simple may become prudent,
But ^(B)reprove one who has understanding and he will understand knowledge.

^29 [a]Judgments are established for ^(A)scoffers,
And ^(B)beatings for the back of fools.

¹¹ When the ^(A)scoffer is punished, the simple becomes wise;
And when one considers wisdom, he receives knowledge.

²⁴ “Arrogant,” “Haughty,” “^(A)Scoffer,” are his names,
Who acts with ^(B)arrogant fury.

^10 (A)Drive out the scoffer, and strife will go out,
Even contention and disgrace will cease.