Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 15:12
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Berean Standard Bible
A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.
King James Version
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
World English Bible
A scoffer doesn’t love to be reproved; he will not go to the wise.
American Standard Version
A scoffer loveth not to be reproved; He will not go unto the wise.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 15
10 Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die.
11 Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD—how much more the hearts of men!
12 A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.
13 A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit.
14 A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.
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