Proverbs 19

NET

25 Flog a scorner, and as a result the simpleton will learn prudence; correct a discerning person, and as a result he will understand knowledge.


Darby

25 Smite a scorner, and the simple will bewareD4353; reprove the intelligent, and he will understand knowledge.


Darby Bible Notes

beware - Or 'will become prudent,' as ch. 15.5; 1 Sam. 23.22.


KJV

25 Smite a scorner, and the simple will bewareK4257: and reprove one that hath understanding, [and] he will understand knowledge.


KJV Bible Notes

will beware: Heb. will be cunning.