Proverbs 15:5 - Revised Version with Apocrypha 18955 A fool despiseth his father's correction: But he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence. See the chapterMore versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 17695 A fool despiseth his father's instruction: But he that regardeth reproof is prudent. See the chapterAmplified Bible - Classic Edition5 A fool despises his father's instruction and correction, but he who regards reproof acquires prudence. See the chapterAmerican Standard Version (1901)5 A fool despiseth his father’s correction; But he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence. See the chapterCommon English Bible5 A fool doesn’t like a father’s instruction, but those who heed correction are mature. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version5 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. See the chapter |
And thou, Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy father, and serve him with a perfect heart and with a willing mind: for the LORD searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the imaginations of the thoughts: if thou seek him, he will be found of thee; but if thou forsake him, he will cast thee off for ever.