He that refuses instruction despises his own soul: but he that hears reproof gets understanding.
He that refuses instruction despises his own soul: but he that hears reproof gets understanding.
He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul; But he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
He who will not be controlled by training has no respect for his soul, but he who gives ear to teaching will get wisdom.
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
He who refuses correction despises his own soul, but he who listens to reproof gets understanding.
He that refuseth correction despiseth his own soul: but he that hearkeneth to reproof getteth understanding.
Despiseth his own soul - That is constructively; for if the instruction lead to the preservation of life and soul, he that neglects or despises it throws all as much in the way of danger as if he actually hated himself.