Bible verse
A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.
Proverbs 15:12 · BSB
The verses around it, from Proverbs 15.
8 The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is His delight.
9 The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness.
10 Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die.
11 Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD—how much more the hearts of men!
12 A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.
13 A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit.
14 A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.
15 All the days of the oppressed are bad, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.
16 Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure with turmoil.
KJV
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
ASV
A scoffer loveth not to be reproved; He will not go unto the wise.
ERV
A scorner loveth not to be reproved: he will not go unto the wise.
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