SinaiProverbs 21:11
American Standard Version
When the scoffer is punished, the simple is made wise; And when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
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Proverbs 21:11 in other translations
When the mocker is punished, the simple gains wisdom.
When the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.
Proverbs 21:11 in context
- 9It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
- 10The soul of the wicked desireth evil: His neighbor findeth no favor in his eyes.
- 11When the scoffer is punished, the simple is made wise; And when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
- 12The righteous man considereth the house of the wicked, How the wicked are overthrown to their ruin.
- 13Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, He also shall cry, but shall not be heard.