Proverbs 15:5

New International Reader's Version

A foolish person turns their back on their parent’s correction. But anyone who accepts correction shows understanding.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 28:20

David also said to his son Solomon, “Be strong and brave. Get to work. Don’t be afraid. Don’t lose hope. The Lord God is my God. He is with you. He won’t fail you. He won’t desert you until all the work for serving in the Lord’s temple is finished.

1 Chronicles 28:9

“My son Solomon, always remember the God of your father. Serve him with all your heart. Do it with a mind that wants to obey him. The Lord looks deep down inside every heart. He understands every desire and every thought. If you look to him, you will find him. But if you desert him, he will turn his back on you forever.

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.

Proverbs 1:23

Pay attention to my warning! Then I will pour out my thoughts to you. I will make known to you my teachings.

Proverbs 1:7

If you really want to gain knowledge, you must begin by having respect for the Lord. But foolish people hate wisdom and instruction.

Proverbs 10:1

These are the proverbs of Solomon. A wise son makes his father glad. But a foolish son brings sorrow to his mother.

Proverbs 13:1

A wise son pays attention to what his father teaches him. But anyone who makes fun of others doesn’t listen to warnings.

Proverbs 13:18

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

Proverbs 15:4

A tongue that calms is like a tree of life. But a tongue that tells lies produces a broken spirit.

Proverbs 15:6

The houses of those who do what is right hold great wealth. But those who do what is wrong earn only ruin.

Proverbs 19:20

Listen to advice and accept correction. In the end you will be counted among those who are wise.

Proverbs 25:12

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

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.

Titus 1:13

This saying is true. So give a strong warning to people who refuse to obey God. Then they will understand the faith correctly.

Titus 2:15

These are the things you should teach. Encourage people and give them hope. Correct them with full authority. Don’t let anyone look down on you.