Proverbs 15:32
Whoever ignores instruction despises himself, but he who listens to reproof gains intelligence.
In context
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 15:32 in the KJV
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: But he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 15:32 in the NIV
Those who disregard discipline despise themselves, but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.