31 He whose ear listens to the life-giving reproof Will dwell among the wise .

32 He who neglects discipline despises himself , But he who listens to reproof acquires understanding .

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 15:31-32

Commentary on Proverbs 15:31

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Faithful, friendly reproofs help spiritual life, and lead to eternal life.

Commentary on Proverbs 15:32

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Sinners undervalue their own souls; therefore they prefer the body before the soul, and wrong the soul to please the body.