Proverbs 15:32
King James Version (KJV)
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
In context
30 The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.
31 The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.
32 He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
33 The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility.
Proverbs 15:32 in every translation
- KJV King James Version
- He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
- WEB World English Bible
- He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
- BSB Berean Standard Bible
- He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.
- ASV American Standard Version
- He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
- YLT Young's Literal Translation
- Whoso is refusing instruction is despising his soul, And whoso is hearing reproof Is getting understanding.
- DBY Darby Translation
- He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul; but he that heareth reproof getteth sense.
- WBS Webster Bible
- He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.