Proverbs 19:25

God's Word

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

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 1:5

a wise person will listen and continue to learn, and an understanding person will gain direction—

Proverbs 15:5

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

Proverbs 17:10

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

Proverbs 21:11

When a mocker is punished, a gullible person becomes wise, and when a wise person is instructed, he gains knowledge.

Proverbs 9:7

Whoever corrects a mocker receives abuse. Whoever warns a wicked person gets hurt.

Deuteronomy 13:11

All Israel will hear about it and be afraid. Then no one among you will ever do such a wicked thing again.

Deuteronomy 21:21

All the men of the city should stone him to death. You must get rid of this evil. When all Israel hears about it, they will be afraid.

Revelation 3:19

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