31 An ear that is hearing the reproof of life Doth lodge among the wise.

32 Whoso is refusing instruction is despising his soul, And whoso is hearing reproof Is getting 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.