Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 9:9
Compare this verse across Bible translations. BLB includes New Testament text only (publisher draft).
Berean Standard Bible
Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.
King James Version
Give [instruction] to a wise [man], and he will be yet wiser: teach a just [man], and he will increase in learning.
World English Bible
Instruct a wise person, and he will be still wiser. Teach a righteous person, and he will increase in learning.
American Standard Version
Give [instruction] to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: Teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 9
7 He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself.
8 Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you.
10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
11 For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.
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