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Proverbs 15:5 Cross-References
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“A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.”
Proverbs 15:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 15:5
A fool despises his father's instruction, but he that regards reproof is prudent. Fools reject paternal teaching; wise persons heed correction. The verb 'despise' (na'ats) suggests contempt, active rejection. In contrast, regarding reproof demonstrates prudence (aram - shrewdness, sensibility). This verse makes receptivity to correction the defining difference between wisdom and folly. Pride rejects instruction; humility receives it.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 15:5
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“and will be at home among the wise.”
“but a scoffer doesn't listen to rebuke.”
“but he who heeds correction shall be honored.”
“that you may be wise in your latter end.”
“my son”
“These things speak”
“reprove them sharply”
“Solomon my son”
“Be strong and of good courage”
“The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother.”