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Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 15) Proverbs 15:10-12 KJV
"Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die. Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men? A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise."
Proverbs Chapter 15, Verse 10-12
Proverbs 15:10-12 in Context (Verses 7–15 KJV)
7
The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
8
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
9
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
10
Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.*
11
Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?
12
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
13
A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
14
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
15
All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.