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Proverbs 17:10 - Meaning and Application
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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition
" A rebuke enters deeper into one who has understanding than a hundred lashes into a fool. "
Proverbs 17:10
Verse in Context
Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:
8 A bribe is a precious stone in the eyes of him who gives it; wherever he turns, he prospers.
9 He who covers an offense promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best friends.
10 A rebuke enters deeper into one who has understanding than a hundred lashes into a fool.
11 An evil man seeks only rebellion; therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
12 Let a bear robbed of her cubs meet a man, rather than a fool in his folly.
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A wise person only needs a word. A gentle correction reaches not just the mind, but also the heart, and it has real power over him. If conscience is given even a small prompt, it will take that prompt and follow it through.
But blows are not enough for a fool to make him see his mistake, repent of it, and be more careful afterward. A dull, stubborn person is very rarely helped by harsh treatment. David was softened when Nathan said, “You are the man,” but Pharaoh stayed hardened through all the plagues of Egypt.
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Proverbs 17:1
"Better is a dry morsel with quietness, than a house full of feasting with strife."
Proverbs 17:2
"A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who causes shame, and shall have a part in the inheritance among the brothers."
Proverbs 17:3
"The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the hearts."
Proverbs 17:4
"An evildoer heeds wicked lips. A liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue."
Proverbs 17:5
"Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker. He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished."
Proverbs 17:6
"Children’s children are the crown of old men; the glory of children is their parents."
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