Proverbs 21:11

Proverbs 21:11 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

11When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom;

by paying attention to the wise they get knowledge.

11When the scoffer is punished, the naive becomes wise;

But when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.

11When the scoffer is punished, the naive becomes wise;

But when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.

11When the scoffer is punished, the naive [observes the lesson and] becomes wise;

But when the wise and teachable person is instructed, he receives knowledge. [Prov 19:25]

11When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom;

and when a wise man is instructed, he acquires knowledge.

11When you punish someone who makes fun of others, childish people get wise.

By paying attention to wise people, the childish get knowledge.