Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 19:25
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Berean Standard Bible
Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.
King James Version
Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, [and] he will understand knowledge.
World English Bible
Flog a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke one who has understanding, and he will gain knowledge.
American Standard Version
Smite a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; And reprove one that hath understanding, [and] he will understand knowledge.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 19
23 The fear of the LORD leads to life, that one may rest content, without visitation from harm.
24 The slacker buries his hand in the dish; he will not even bring it back to his mouth.
26 He who assaults his father or evicts his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace.
27 If you cease to hear instruction, my son, you will stray from the words of knowledge.
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