Proverbs 19:25
Strike 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.
Proverbs 21:11
When the scoffer is punished, the naive [observes the lesson and] becomes wise;
But when the wise and teachable person is instructed, he receives knowledge.
Deuteronomy 13:11
Then all Israel will hear and be afraid, and will never again do such a wicked thing among you.
Deuteronomy 21:21
Then all the men of his city shall stone him to death; so you shall remove the evil from among you, and all Israel will hear of it and be afraid.
Proverbs 9:8-10
Correct a wise man [who learns from his error], and he will love you.
Proverbs 15:5
A [flippant, arrogant] fool rejects his father’s instruction and correction,
But he who [is willing to learn and] regards and keeps in mind a reprimand acquires good sense.
Proverbs 17:10
A reprimand goes deeper into one who has understanding and a teachable spirit
Than a hundred lashes into a fool.
Revelation 3:19
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Smite
When the scoffer is punished, the naive [observes the lesson and] becomes wise;
But when the wise and teachable person is instructed, he receives knowledge.
Reprove
Give instruction to a wise man and he will become even wiser;
Teach a righteous man and he will increase his learning.
A [flippant, arrogant] fool rejects his father’s instruction and correction,
But he who [is willing to learn and] regards and keeps in mind a reprimand acquires good sense.
A reprimand goes deeper into one who has understanding and a teachable spirit
Than a hundred lashes into a fool.