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Proverbs 25:12

World English Bible

As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold,
so is a wise reprover to an obedient ear.

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Proverbs 25:12 in other translations

As an ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, So is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.

Proverbs 25:12 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 25:12 in context

  1. 10lest one who hears it put you to shame,
    and your bad reputation never depart.
  2. 11A word fitly spoken
    is like apples of gold in settings of silver.
  3. 12As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold,
    so is a wise reprover to an obedient ear.
  4. 13As the cold of snow in the time of harvest,
    so is a faithful messenger to those who send him;
    for he refreshes the soul of his masters.
  5. 14As clouds and wind without rain,
    so is he who boasts of gifts deceptively.