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"Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover to the ear of the one who listens."
— Proverbs 25:12, NET Bible
“As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.”
“Asan ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, So isa wise reprover upon an obedient ear. ”
“As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover to an obedient ear.”
“As an earring of gold and a bright pearl, so is he that reproveth the wise, and the obedient ear.”
“Like a nose-ring of gold and an ornament of the best gold, is a wise man who says sharp words to an ear ready to give attention.”
“As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.”
When you argue a case with your neighbor, do not reveal the secret of another person,
lest the one who hears it put you to shame and your infamy will never go away.
Like apples of gold in settings of silver, so is a word skillfully spoken.
Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover to the ear of the one who listens.
Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to those who send him, for he refreshes the heart of his masters.
Like cloudy skies and wind that produce no rain, so is the one who boasts of a gift not given.
Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a soft tongue can break a bone.