Proverbs 19:25

Proverbs 19:25 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

25Flog a mocker, and the simple will learn prudence;

rebuke the discerning, and they will gain knowledge.

25Strike a scoffer and the naive may become clever,

But rebuke one who has understanding, and he will 19:25 Lit discerngain knowledge.

25Strike a scoffer and the naive may become shrewd,

But reprove one who has understanding and he will gain knowledge.

25Strike a scoffer [for refusing to learn], and the naive may [be warned and] become prudent;

Reprimand one who has understanding and a teachable spirit, and he will gain knowledge and insight.

25Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware;

rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.

25If you whip a person who makes fun of others,

childish people will learn to be wise.

If you warn those who already understand what is right,

they will gain even more knowledge.