Proverbs 13:1

Modern English Version

A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, but a scoffer does not listen to rebuke.

Cross References

1 Kings 22:43

He walked in all the ways of Asa his father. He did not turn aside, doing that which was right in the eyes of the Lord. Nevertheless, the high places were not taken down, and the people continued to offer sacrifices and burn incense there.

Proverbs 10:1

The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is the grief of his mother.

Proverbs 12:15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.

Proverbs 14:6

A scoffer seeks wisdom, and does not find it, but knowledge comes easily to him who is discerning.

Proverbs 15:12

A scoffer does not love one who reproves him, nor will he go to the wise.

Proverbs 15:20

A wise son delights his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.

Proverbs 15:5

A fool spurns the instruction of his father, but he who heeds reproof is prudent.

Proverbs 7:24

Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, And be attentive to the words of my mouth.

1 Samuel 2:25

If one man sins against another, God will judge him, but if a man sins against the Lord, who will intercede for him?” But they did not listen to the voice of their father, because the Lord desired to kill them.