A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke.
A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent.
He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself.
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.
The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.
Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.
If a man sins against another man, God can intercede for him; but if a man sins against the LORD, who can intercede for
Therefore hear the word of the LORD, O scoffers who rule this people in Jerusalem.
My son, pay attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings.
A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.