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Proverbs 9:7

5 of 5 translations contain this numbered verse.

KJV

King James Version

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He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.

WEB

World English Bible

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He who corrects a mocker invites insult. He who reproves a wicked man invites abuse.

ASV

American Standard Version

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He that correcteth a scoffer getteth to himself reviling; And he that reproveth a wicked man `getteth' himself a blot.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation

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The instructor of a scorner Is receiving for it -- shame, And a reprover of the wicked -- his blemish.

BSB

Berean Standard Bible

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He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself.