Verse 5

It is better to hear the rebuke of a wise person than to listen to the song of fools.

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Referenced Verses

  • Ps 141:5 : 5 Let a righteous person strike me—it is a kindness; let them rebuke me—it is oil on my head, which my head will not refuse. For my prayer is still against the deeds of the wicked.
  • Prov 15:31-32 : 31 The ear that listens to life-giving correction will dwell among the wise. 32 Those who ignore discipline despise themselves, but those who heed correction gain understanding.
  • Prov 13:18 : 18 Poverty and shame come to those who ignore discipline, but those who heed correction are honored.
  • Ps 69:12 : 12 I wore sackcloth as my clothing and became a byword to them.
  • Prov 9:8 : 8 Do not rebuke a mocker, or they will hate you; rebuke a wise person, and they will love you.
  • Prov 13:13 : 13 Whoever despises the word will bring destruction upon themselves, but respecting the commandment brings a reward.
  • Prov 17:10 : 10 A rebuke goes deeper into one who has understanding than a hundred lashes into a fool.
  • Prov 27:6 : 6 Faithful are the wounds of a friend, but deceitful are the kisses of an enemy.
  • Rev 3:19 : 19 Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest and repent.