Proverbs 19:25
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordSmite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
— Proverbs 19:25, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Flog a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will gain knowledge.
American Standard Version (ASV)
Smite a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; And reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
A scorner smite, and the simple acts prudently, And give reproof to the intelligent, He understandeth knowledge.