Proverbs 9:7-12 - Wisdom Prolongs Life

7 He who corrects a scoffer gains abuse for himself, and he who rebukes the wicked {gets hurt}. 8 Do not rebuke a scoffer, lest he hate you; rebuke the wise and he will love you. 9 Give to a wise one and he will become more wise; {teach} a righteous one and he will increase learning.

10 The start of wisdom is fear of Yahweh, and knowledge of the Holy One, insight. 11 For by me your days shall increase, and years of life shall multiply for you. 12 If you are wise, you are wise for yourself, and [if] you scoff, alone you shall bear [it].