Proverbs 9:7

He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 9:7

BSB
He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself.
AKJV
He that reproves a scorner gets to himself shame: and he that rebukes a wicked man gets himself a blot.
CPDV
Whoever teaches a mocker causes injury to himself. And whoever argues with the impious produces a blemish on himself.
ERV
He that correcteth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that reproveth a wicked man getteth himself a blot.
NHEB
He who corrects a mocker invites insult. He who reproves a wicked man invites abuse.
SMT
He instructing him mocking received to himself dishonor: and he reproving to the unjust one, his blemish.

Commentary for Proverbs 9:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 9:7
Summary
Correcting scoffers brings shame upon yourself
Event
Warning against correcting mockers
Estimated Time Period
c. 10th century BC
Category
Wisdom