Proverbs 15:5

Translations

King James Version (KJV)

A fool despises his father's instruction: but he that regards reproof is prudent.

American King James Version (AKJV)

A fool despises his father's instruction: but he that regards reproof is prudent.

American Standard Version (ASV)

A fool despiseth his father's correction; But he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence.

Basic English Translation (BBE)

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

Webster's Revision

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

World English Bible

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

English Revised Version (ERV)

A fool despiseth his father's correction: but he that regardeth reproof getteth prudence.

Definitions for Proverbs 15:5

Reproof - A scolding; rebuke.