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Proverbs 9:7

He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself.

Proverbs 9:7 · Berean Standard Bible

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Proverbs 9:7 in other translations

KJV King James Version

He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.

WEB World English Bible

One who corrects a mocker invites insult. One who reproves a wicked man invites abuse.

NHEB New Heart English Bible

He who corrects a mocker invites insult. He who reproves a wicked man invites abuse.

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In context

4 “Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” she says to him who lacks judgment.

5 “Come, eat my bread and drink the wine I have mixed.

6 Leave your folly behind, and you will live; walk in the way of understanding.”

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.

9 Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.

10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

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