Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Despisement » What fools despise
A [flippant, arrogant] fool rejects his father’s instruction and correction,
But he who [is willing to learn and] regards and keeps in mind a reprimand acquires good sense.
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence];
But arrogant
Do not speak in the ears of a fool,
For he will despise the [godly] wisdom of your words.
Instruction » Who despises instruction
A [flippant, arrogant] fool rejects his father’s instruction and correction,
But he who [is willing to learn and] regards and keeps in mind a reprimand acquires good sense.
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence];
But arrogant
Do not speak in the ears of a fool,
For he will despise the [godly] wisdom of your words.
But to the wicked, God says: What right have you to recite My statutes or take My covenant or pledge on your lips, Seeing that you hate instruction and correction and cast My words behind you [discarding them]?
Speech/communication » Why you should not speak to a fool
Do not speak in the ears of a fool,
For he will despise the [godly] wisdom of your words.
Wisdom » Who despises wisdom
A [flippant, arrogant] fool rejects his father’s instruction and correction,
But he who [is willing to learn and] regards and keeps in mind a reprimand acquires good sense.
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of knowledge [its starting point and its essence];
But arrogant
Do not speak in the ears of a fool,
For he will despise the [godly] wisdom of your words.