Proverbs 15:13

"A scoffer doesn’t love to be reproved; he will not go to the wise."

Key Reflection

The proverb highlights that a scoffer resists correction and wisdom, indicating a hard heart unwilling to listen or learn. This attitude contrasts with the receptive nature of those who seek and value wise counsel, underscoring the importance of openness to guidance in spiritual growth.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Some prefer to render the last clause, “In sorrow of heart the breath is oppressed.”

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