Proverbs 15:32
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
Context
This verse from Proverbs Chapter 15 connects to 10 cross-references. Proverbs on communication and the Lord's oversight: a soft answer turns away wrath but a harsh word stirs up anger. The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Better a small …
Other Translations
He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
Whoso is refusing instruction is despising his soul, And whoso is hearing reproof Is getting understanding.
He who will not be controlled by training has no respect for his soul, but he who gives ear to teaching will get wisdom.
Cross References
And they shall say unto the elders of his city, This our son is stubborn and rebellious, he will not …
If a man have a stubborn and rebellious son, which will not obey the voice of his father, or the …
He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to …
Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death.
Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.
And have not obeyed the voice of my teachers, nor inclined mine ear to them that instructed me!