Proverbs 17:10 Meaning
A reproof entereth more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool.
Context Explained
8A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth.
9He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
10A reproof entereth more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool.
11An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
12Let a bear robbed of her whelps meet a man, rather than a fool in his folly.
Key Themes
wisdomcorrectionlearning
Related Cross References
Proverbs 15:5
Both verses stress the value of accepting correction.
Hebrews 12:11
Both verses discuss the positive outcomes of discipline.
Proverbs 9:8
Both verses encourage wise responses to reproof.
Source: Proverbs 17:10