Proverbs 21:11
When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: And when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
In context
8 The way of man is froward and strange: But as for the pure, his work is right.
9 It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, Than with a brawling woman in a wide house. 10 The soul of the wicked desireth evil: His neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes. 11 When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: And when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge. 12 The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: But God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
13 Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, He also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard. 14 A gift in secret pacifieth anger: And a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 21:11 in the NIV
When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom; by paying attention to the wise they get knowledge.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 21:11 in the ESV
When a scoffer is punished, the simple becomes wise; when a wise man is instructed, he gains knowledge.