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Proverbs 15:31
The man whose ear is open to the teaching of life will have his place among the wise.
Proverbs 15:31 · Bible in Basic English
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Proverbs 15:31 in other translations
The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.
He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.
The ear that listens to reproof lives, and will be at home among the wise.
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In context
28 The heart of the upright gives thought to his answer; but from the mouth of the evil-doer comes a stream of evil things.
29 The Lord is far from sinners, but his ear is open to the prayer of the upright.
30 The light of the eyes is a joy to the heart, and good news makes the bones fat.
31 The man whose ear is open to the teaching of life will have his place among the wise.
32 He who will not be controlled by training has no respect for his soul, but he who gives ear to teaching will get wisdom.
33 The fear of the Lord is the teaching of wisdom; and a low opinion of oneself goes before honour.
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