Proverbs 25:12

12 Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.

Proverbs 25:12 in Other Translations

KJV
12 As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
ESV
12 Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise reprover to a listening ear.
NLT
12 To one who listens, valid criticism is like a gold earring or other gold jewelry.
MSG
12 And a wise friend's timely reprimand is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.
CSB
12 A wise correction to a receptive ear is like a gold ring or an ornament of gold.

Proverbs 25:12 In-Context

10 or the one who hears it may shame you and the charge against you will stand.
11 Like apples of gold in settings of silver is a ruling rightly given.
12 Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.
13 Like a snow-cooled drink at harvest time is a trustworthy messenger to the one who sends him; he refreshes the spirit of his master.
14 Like clouds and wind without rain is one who boasts of gifts never given.

Cross References 1

  • 1. S ver 11; Psalms 141:5; S Proverbs 13:18; Proverbs 15:31
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