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Smite a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; And reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
Strike a mocker, and the inexperienced learn a lesson; rebuke the discerning, and he gains knowledge.
Strike a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; reprove a man of understanding, and he will gain knowledge.
Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
Strike a scoffer and the naive may become clever, But rebuke one who has understanding, and he will gain knowledge.
Flog a mocker, and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke the discerning, and they will gain knowledge.
Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary; Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge.
If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded will learn a lesson; if you correct the wise, they will be all the wiser.