Verse Comparison: Proverbs 15:32
American Standard Version
He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
Amplified® Bible
He who refuses {and} ignores instruction {and} correction despises himself, but he who heeds reproof gets understanding.
Contemporary English Version
You hurt only yourself by rejecting instruction, but it makes good sense to accept it.
Darby English Version
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul; but he that heareth reproof getteth sense.
Good News Bible
If you refuse to learn, you are hurting yourself. If you accept correction, you will become wiser.
King James Version
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
New American Standard Bible
He who neglects discipline despises himself, But he who listens to reproof acquires understanding.
New International Version
He who ignores discipline despises himself,
but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.
New King James Version
He who disdains instruction despises his own soul,
But he who heeds rebuke gets understanding.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
He who neglects discipline despises himself, But he who listens to reproof acquires understanding.
Revised Standard Version
He who ignores instruction despises himself, but he who heeds admonition gains understanding.
Young's Literal Translation
Whoso is refusing instruction is despising his soul, And whoso is hearing reproof Is getting understanding.
