Proverbs 25:12
Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.
In context
9 If you take your neighbor to court, do not betray another’s confidence, 10 or the one who hears it may shame you and the charge against you will stand.
11 Like apples of gold in settings of silver is a ruling rightly given. 12 Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear. 13 Like a snow-cooled drink at harvest time is a trustworthy messenger to the one who sends him; he refreshes the spirit of his master. 14 Like clouds and wind without rain is one who boasts of gifts never given.
15 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 25:12 in the KJV
As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, So is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 25:12 in the ESV
Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise reprover to a listening ear.