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Proverbs 15:12
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him; he will not go unto the wise.
Proverbs 15:12 · Darby Bible
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Proverbs 15:12 in other translations
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.
A scoffer doesn’t love to be reproved; he will not go to the wise.
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In context
9 The way of a wicked [man] is an abomination to Jehovah; but him that pursueth righteousness he loveth.
10 Grievous correction is for him that forsaketh the path; he that hateth reproof shall die.
11 Sheol and destruction are before Jehovah; how much more then the hearts of the children of men!
12 A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him; he will not go unto the wise.
13 A joyful heart maketh a cheerful countenance; but by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken.
14 The heart of an intelligent [man] seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of the foolish feedeth on folly.
15 All the days of the afflicted are evil; but a cheerful heart is a continual feast.
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