Proverbs 15:32

He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:32

BSB
He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.
AKJV
He that refuses instruction despises his own soul: but he that hears reproof gets understanding.
CPDV
Whoever rejects discipline despises his own soul. But whoever agrees to correction is a possessor of the heart.
ERV
He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul: but he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
NHEB
He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
SMT
He driving away instruction despised his soul: and he hearing reproof obtained a heart.

Commentary for Proverbs 15:32

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 15:32
Summary
Rejecting instruction harms oneself; accepting it increases insight
Event
Contrast between instruction refusal and acceptance
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom