What does Proverbs 19:25 mean?

Proverbs 19:25 highlights themes such as wisdom, correction, understanding when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 19:25 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.

23The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.

24A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.

25Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.

26He that wasteth his father, and chaseth away his mother, is a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach.

27Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge.

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Proverbs 15:32
Both verses highlight the importance of accepting correction for growth.
Proverbs 9:8
This verse encourages wise correction rather than scorn.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
This New Testament passage emphasizes the value of Scripture in teaching and correction.