Proverbs 21:11LXX
Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 11 of 31
"When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge."
In context
9better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.
10The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes.
11When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
12The righteous wisely considereth the house of the wicked: overthroweth the wicked for wickedness.
13Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.