Proverbs 15:12

A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:12

BSB
A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.
AKJV
A scorner loves not one that reproves him: neither will he go to the wise.
CPDV
He who corrupts himself does not love the one who afflicts him, nor will he step toward the wise.
ERV
A scorner loveth not to be reproved: he will not go unto the wise.
NHEB
A scoffer doesn't love to be reproved; he will not go to the wise.
SMT
He mocking will not love him reproving him: to the wise he will not go.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 15:12

AscornerH3887VerblovethH157VerbnotonethatreprovethH3198VerbhimneitherwillhegoH3212VerbuntothewiseH2450Adjective

Commentary for Proverbs 15:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 15:12
Summary
Arrogant people avoid correction and wisdom
Event
Arrogant person refusing correction
Estimated Time Period
c. 970 BC
Category
Wisdom