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Proverbs 15:32
Hee that refuseth instruction, despiseth his owne soule: but he that obeyeth correction, getteth vnderstanding.
Proverbs 15:32 · Geneva Bible
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Proverbs 15:32 in other translations
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.
He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
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In context
29 The Lord is farre off from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
30 The light of the eyes reioyceth the heart, and a good name maketh the bones fat.
31 The eare that hearkeneth to the correction of life, shall lodge among the wise.
32 Hee that refuseth instruction, despiseth his owne soule: but he that obeyeth correction, getteth vnderstanding.
33 The feare of the Lord is the instruction of wisdome: and before honour, goeth humilitie.
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