KJVHe that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.
Whoso is refusing instruction is despising his soul, And whoso is hearing reproof Is getting understanding.
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul; but he that heareth reproof getteth sense.
Proverbs — Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament).
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