Ecclesiastes 7:5

New International Reader's Version

Pay attention to a wise person’s warning. That’s better than listening to the songs of those who are foolish.

Cross References

Psalm 141:5

If a godly person hit me, it would be an act of kindness. If they would correct me, it would be like pouring olive oil on my head. I wouldn’t say no to it. I will always pray against the things that sinful people do.

Psalm 69:12

Those who gather in public places make fun of me. Those who get drunk make up songs about me.

Proverbs 13:13

Anyone who hates what they are taught will pay for it later. But a person who respects a command will be rewarded.

Proverbs 13:18

Those who turn away from their training become poor and ashamed. But those who accept warnings are honored.

Proverbs 17:10

A person who understands what is right learns more from just a warning than a foolish person learns from 100 strokes with a whip.

Proverbs 25:12

A wise judge’s warning to a listening ear is like a gold earring or jewelry made of fine gold.

Proverbs 27:6

Wounds from a friend can be trusted. But an enemy kisses you many times.

Proverbs 6:23

Your father’s command is like a lamp. Your mother’s teaching is like a light. And whatever instructs and corrects you leads to life.

Proverbs 9:8

Don’t warn those who make fun of others, or they will hate you. Warn those who are wise, and they will love you.

Ecclesiastes 12:11

The sayings of those who are wise move people to take action. Their collected sayings are like nails pounded in firm and deep. These sayings are given to us by one shepherd.

Ecclesiastes 7:4

Those who are wise are found where there is sorrow. But foolish people are found where there is pleasure.

Ecclesiastes 9:17

People should listen to the quiet words of those who are wise. That’s better than paying attention to the shouts of a ruler of foolish people.

Revelation 3:19

‘I warn and correct those I love. So be sincere, and turn away from your sins.