6 occurrences in 6 translations

'Acquires' in the Bible

Anyone who ignores discipline despises himself,but whoever listens to correction acquires good sense.

Verse ConceptsReproofPaying Attention To PeopleReproving Peopletraining

The one who acquires good sense loves himself;one who safeguards understanding finds success.

Verse ConceptsProverbsWisdom, Human ImportanceBenefits Of WisdomLoving OneselfLoving YourselfFinding Love

When a mocker is punished,the inexperienced become wiser;when one teaches a wise man,he acquires knowledge.

Verse ConceptsFolly, Effects OfMockeryScornersAcquiring KnowledgeJudicial PunishmentMan's Wisdommockers

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Acquire (44 instances)
Acquires (8 instances)
Adopt (6 instances)
Assume (14 instances)
Develop (11 instances)
Produce (227 instances)

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