Proverbs 15:5 - The Scriptures 2009 A fool despises his father’s discipline, But he who heeds reproof is clever. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 A fool despiseth his father's instruction: But he that regardeth reproof is prudent. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition A fool despises his father's instruction and correction, but he who regards reproof acquires prudence. American Standard Version (1901) A fool despiseth his father’s correction; But he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence. Common English Bible A fool doesn’t like a father’s instruction, but those who heed correction are mature. Catholic Public Domain Version A fool laughs at the discipline of his father. But whoever preserves rebukes will become astute. In abundant justice, there is very great virtue. But the intentions of the impious will be eradicated. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version A fool laugheth at the instruction of his father: but he that regardeth reproofs shall become prudent. In abundant justice there is the greatest strength: but the devices of the wicked shall be rooted out. |