Proverbs 21:11
11 When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom; by paying attention to the wise they get knowledge.
Other Translations of Proverbs 21:11
King James Version
11 When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
English Standard Version
11 When a scoffer is punished, the simple becomes wise; when a wise man is instructed, he gains knowledge.
The Message
11 Simpletons only learn the hard way, but the wise learn by listening.
New King James Version
11 When the scoffer is punished, the simple is made wise; But when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.
New Living Translation
11 If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded become wise; if you instruct the wise, they will be all the wiser.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 21:11
Commentary on Proverbs 21:11
(Read Proverbs 21:11)
The simple may be made wise by punishments on the wicked, and by instructions to those who are willing to be taught.