Proverbs 29:1
He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing.
In context
1 He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing. 2 When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan. 3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. 4 By justice a king builds up the land, but he who exacts gifts tears it down.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 29:1 in the KJV
He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 29:1 in the NIV
Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy.