Proverbs 17:10

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

Smart people learn more from a single correction than fools learn from a hundred beatings.

Cross References

Revelation 3:19

“I correct and punish the people I love. So show that nothing is more important to you than living right. Change your hearts and lives.

Proverbs 29:19

Servants will not learn a lesson if you only talk to them. They might understand you, but they will not obey.

Proverbs 27:22

Even if you pound fools to powder like grain in a bowl, you will never force the foolishness out of them.

Proverbs 19:25

Punish a rude, arrogant person, and even slow learners will become wiser. But just a little correction is enough to teach a person who has understanding.

Proverbs 15:5

Fools refuse to listen to their father’s advice, but those who accept discipline are smart.

Proverbs 13:1

A wise son listens to his father’s advice, but a proud son will not listen to correction.

Psalm 141:5

If good people correct me, I will consider it a good thing. If they criticize me, I will accept it like a warm welcome. But my prayer will always be against the wicked and the evil they do.

Proverbs 17:9

Forgive someone, and you will strengthen your friendship. Keep reminding them, and you will destroy it.

Proverbs 17:11

Those who are evil only want to cause trouble. In the end, punishment without mercy will be sent to them.