Proverbs 17:10

God's Word

A reprimand impresses a person who has understanding more than a hundred lashes impress a fool.

Cross References

Psalm 141:5

A righteous person may strike me or correct me out of kindness. It is like lotion for my head. My head will not refuse it, because my prayer is directed against evil deeds.

Proverbs 13:1

A wise son listens to his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to reprimands.

Proverbs 15:5

A stubborn fool despises his father’s discipline, but whoever appreciates a warning shows good sense.

Proverbs 17:11

A rebel looks for nothing but evil. Therefore, a cruel messenger will be sent ⌞to punish⌟ him.

Proverbs 17:9

Whoever forgives an offense seeks love, but whoever keeps bringing up the issue separates the closest of friends.

Proverbs 19:25

Strike a mocker, and a gullible person may learn a lesson. Warn an understanding person, and he will gain more knowledge.

Proverbs 27:22

If you crush a stubborn fool in a mortar with a pestle along with grain, ⌞even then⌟ his stupidity will not leave him.

Proverbs 29:19

A slave cannot be disciplined with words. He will not respond, though he may understand.

Revelation 3:19

I correct and discipline everyone I love. Take this seriously, and change the way you think and act.