Proverbs 19:25

Berean Standard Bible

Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.

King James Version

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

World English Bible

Flog a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke one who has understanding, and he will gain knowledge.

American Standard Version

Smite a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; And reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.