Proverbs 10:17
Expanded Bible
17 Whoever ·accepts correction [guards instruction/discipline] is on the way to life,
but whoever ·ignores [abandons] correction ·will lead others away from life [L wanders aimlessly].
Proverbs 10:17
Amplified Bible
17
He who learns from instruction and correction is on the [right] path of life [and for others his example is a path toward wisdom and blessing],
But he who ignores and refuses correction goes off course [and for others his example is a path toward sin and ruin].
Proverbs 15:10
Expanded Bible
10 The person who ·quits doing what is right [L abandons the way] will be punished,
and the one who hates to be corrected will die.
Proverbs 15:10
Amplified Bible
10
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 15:32
Expanded Bible
32 Those who ·refuse [neglect] ·correction [discipline] hate themselves,
but those who ·accept [listen to] correction ·gain understanding [L acquire heart/mind].
Proverbs 15:32
Amplified Bible
32
He who neglects and ignores instruction and discipline despises himself,
But he who learns from rebuke acquires understanding [and grows in wisdom].
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