Proverbs 21:11
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordWhen the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
— Proverbs 21:11, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
When the mocker is punished, the simple gains wisdom; When the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.
American Standard Version (ASV)
When the scoffer is punished, the simple is made wise; And when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
When the scorner is punished, the simple becometh wise, And in giving understanding to the wise He receiveth knowledge.