Matthew Henry · Verse 32
Sinners undervalue their own souls; therefore they prefer the body before the soul, and wrong the soul to please the body.
Proverbs 15:32
He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
World English Bible
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WEBBE
He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
BSB
He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.
KJV
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
ASV
He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
BBE
He who will not be controlled by training has no respect for his soul, but he who gives ear to teaching will get wisdom.
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