Proverbs 9:7-11
Proverbs 9:7
One who corrects a scoffer gets dishonor for himself, And one who rebukes a wicked person gets insults for himself.
Proverbs 9:8
Do not rebuke a scoffer, or he will hate you; Rebuke a wise person and he will love you.
Proverbs 9:9
Give instruction to a wise person and he will become still wiser; Teach a righteous person and he will increase his insight.
Proverbs 9:10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
Proverbs 9:11
For by me your days will be multiplied, And years of life will be added to you.