Proverbs 13:18
Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: But he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.
In context
15 Good understanding giveth favour: But the way of transgressors is hard. 16 Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: But a fool layeth open his folly.
17 A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: But a faithful ambassador is health. 18 Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: But he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured. 19 The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: But it is abomination to fools to depart from evil. 20 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: But a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
21 Evil pursueth sinners: But to the righteous good shall be repaid.
Compare in other versions
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 13:18 in the NIV
Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 13:18 in the ESV
Poverty and disgrace come to him who ignores instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is honored.