Proverbs 15:31
The ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.
In context
28 The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.
29 The Lord is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous. 30 The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and good news refreshes the bones. 31 The ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. 32 Whoever ignores instruction despises himself, but he who listens to reproof gains intelligence. 33 The fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom, and humility comes before honor.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 15:31 in the KJV
The ear that heareth the reproof of life Abideth among the wise.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 15:31 in the NIV
Whoever heeds life-giving correction will be at home among the wise.