Proverbs 15:5
A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
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English Standard Version
A fool despises his father's instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is prudent.
New International Version
A fool spurns his father's discipline, but whoever heeds correction shows prudence.
Catholic Public Domain Version
A fool laughs at the discipline of his father. But whoever preserves rebukes will become astute. In abundant justice, there is very great virtue. But the intentions of the impious will be eradicated