New International Version (©1984) He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.New American Standard Bible (©1995) He who neglects discipline despises himself, But he who listens to reproof acquires understanding. GOD'S WORD® Translation (©1995) Whoever ignores discipline despises himself, but the person who listens to warning gains understanding. King James Bible He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding. American King James Version He that refuses instruction despises his own soul: but he that hears reproof gets understanding. American Standard Version He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding. Bible in Basic English He who will not be controlled by training has no respect for his soul, but he who gives ear to teaching will get wisdom. Douay-Rheims Bible He that rejecteth instruction, despiseth his own soul: but he that yieldeth to reproof possesseth understanding. Darby Bible Translation He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul; but he that heareth reproof getteth sense. English Revised Version He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul: but he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding. Webster's Bible Translation He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding. World English Bible He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding. Young's Literal Translation Whoso is refusing instruction is despising his soul, And whoso is hearing reproof Is getting understanding. |