Proverbs 15:32
World English Bible (WEB)
He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
In context
30 The light of the eyes rejoices the heart. Good news gives health to the bones.
31 The ear that listens to reproof lives, and will be at home among the wise.
32 He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
33 The fear of the LORD teaches wisdom. Before honor is humility.
Proverbs 15:32 in every translation
- WEB World English Bible
- He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
- KJV King James Version
- He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth 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.