Proverbs 15:5

"A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent."

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All Translations

BBE BBE

A foolish man puts no value on his father's training; but he who has respect for teaching has good sense.

DBY DBY

A fool despiseth his father's instruction; but he that regardeth reproof becometh prudent.

KJV King James Version

A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.

WBT WBT

A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.

WEB WEB

A fool despises his father's correction, But he who heeds reproof shows prudence.

YLT YLT

A fool despiseth the instruction of his father, And whoso is regarding reproof is prudent.