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Proverbs 15:32

He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
Proverbs 15:32 · King James Version

In other versions

  • He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.

    ASV

  • He who will not be controlled by training has no respect for his soul, but he who gives ear to teaching will get wisdom.

    BBE

  • He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul; but he that heareth reproof getteth sense.

    DBY

  • He who refuses correction despises his own soul, But he who listens to reproof gets understanding.

    WEB

  • Whoso is refusing instruction is despising his soul, And whoso is hearing reproof Is getting understanding.

    YLT

  • He that refuses instruction despises his own soul: but he that hears reproof gets understanding.

    ENG

  • He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.

    WBT

  • He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.

    BSB

In context

30The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.

31The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.

32He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.

33The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.

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