17 Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.

Other Translations of Proverbs 10:17

King James Version

17 He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. erreth: or, causeth to err

English Standard Version

17 Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray.

The Message

17 The road to life is a disciplined life; ignore correction and you're lost for good.

New King James Version

17 He who keeps instruction is in the way of life, But he who refuses correction goes astray.

New Living Translation

17 People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 10:17

Commentary on Proverbs 10:17

(Read Proverbs 10:17)

The traveller that has missed his way, and cannot bear to be told of it, and to be shown the right way, must err still.

13 Whoever scorns instruction will pay for it, but whoever respects a command is rewarded.

Other Translations of Proverbs 13:13

King James Version

13 Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded. shall be rewarded: or, shall be in peace

English Standard Version

13 Whoever despises the word brings destruction on himself, but he who reveres the commandment will be rewarded.

The Message

13 Ignore the Word and suffer; honor God's commands and grow rich.

New King James Version

13 He who despises the word will be destroyed, But he who fears the commandment will be rewarded.

New Living Translation

13 People who despise advice are asking for trouble; those who respect a command will succeed.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:13

Commentary on Proverbs 13:13

(Read Proverbs 13:13)

He that stands in awe of God, and reverences his word, shall escape destruction, and be rewarded for his godly fear.