Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge. Cross References Psalm 141:5 Let the righteous man strike me; let his rebuke be an act of loving devotion. It is oil for my head; let me not refuse it. For my prayer is ever against the deeds of the wicked. Proverbs 9:7 He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself. Proverbs 9:8 Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you. Proverbs 21:11 When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom; and when a wise man is instructed, he acquires knowledge. Treasury of Scripture Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that has understanding, and he will understand knowledge. smite Proverbs 21:11 Deuteronomy 13:11 Deuteronomy 21:21 beware Proverbs 9:9,10 Proverbs 15:5 Proverbs 17:10 |