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Proverbs 15:31

Proverbs 15:31
The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

The ear that heareth the reproof of life,.... That is given according to the word of life, in a warm, fervent, and…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

The reproof of life - i. e., The reproof that leads to, or gives life, rather than that which comes from life and its…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Note, 1. It is the character of a wise man that he is very willing to be reproved, and therefore chooses to converse…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

of life i.e. which tends to life. So, the instruction of wisdom=the instruction which leads to, or bestows wisdom, Pro…