American Standard Version
"Smite a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; And reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge. "
— Proverbs 19:25, American Standard Version
“Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.”
“Flog a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke one who has understanding, and he will gain knowledge.”
“Flog a scorner, and as a result the simpleton will learn prudence; correct a discerning person, and as a result he will understand knowledge.”
“The wicked man being scourged, the fool shall be wiser: but if thou rebuke a wise man, he will understand discipline.”
“When blows overtake the man of pride, the simple will get sense; say sharp words to the wise, and knowledge will be made clear to him.”
“Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.”
That which maketh a man to be desired is his kindness; And a poor man is better than a liar.
The fear of Jehovahtendethto life; And hethat hath itshall abide satisfied; He shall not be visited with evil.
The sluggard burieth his hand in the dish, And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
Smite a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; And reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
He that doeth violence to his father, and chaseth away his mother, Is a son that causeth shame and bringeth reproach.
Cease, my son, to hear instruction Onlyto err from the words of knowledge.
A worthless witness mocketh at justice; And the mouth of the wicked swalloweth iniquity.