Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, but a mocker does not respond to rebukes. New Living Translation A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline; a mocker refuses to listen to correction. English Standard Version A wise son hears his father’s instruction, but a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Berean Standard Bible A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke. King James Bible A wise son heareth his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke. New King James Version A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. New American Standard Bible A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. NASB 1995 A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. NASB 1977 A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Legacy Standard Bible A wise son accepts his father’s discipline, But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Amplified Bible A wise son heeds and accepts [and is the result of] his father’s discipline and instruction, But a scoffer does not listen to reprimand and does not learn from his errors. Christian Standard Bible A wise son responds to his father’s discipline, but a mocker doesn’t listen to rebuke. Holman Christian Standard Bible A wise son responds to his father’s discipline, but a mocker doesn’t listen to rebuke. American Standard Version A wise son heareth his father's instruction; But a scoffer heareth not rebuke. Contemporary English Version Children with good sense accept correction from their parents, but stubborn children ignore it completely. English Revised Version A WISE son heareth his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke. GOD'S WORD® Translation A wise son listens to his father's discipline, but a mocker does not listen to reprimands. Good News Translation Wise children pay attention when their parents correct them, but arrogant people never admit they are wrong. International Standard Version A wise son heeds a father's correction, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke. Majority Standard Bible A wise son heeds his father?s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke. NET Bible A wise son accepts his father's discipline, but a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. New Heart English Bible A wise son listens to his father's instruction, but a scoffer doesn't listen to rebuke. Webster's Bible Translation A wise son heareth his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke. World English Bible A wise son listens to his father’s instruction, but a scoffer doesn’t listen to rebuke. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA wise son—the instruction of a father, "" And a scorner—he has not heard rebuke. Young's Literal Translation A wise son -- the instruction of a father, And a scorner -- he hath not heard rebuke. Smith's Literal Translation A wise son the instruction of a father: and he mocking heard not reproof. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleA wise son heareth the doctrine of his father: but he that is a scorner, beareth not when he is reproved. Catholic Public Domain Version A wise son is the doctrine of his father. But he who ridicules does not listen when he is reproved. New American Bible A wise son loves correction, but the scoffer heeds no rebuke. New Revised Standard Version A wise child loves discipline, but a scoffer does not listen to rebuke. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWISE son hears his father's instructions; but an evil son does not listen to rebuke. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated A wise son hears his father and an evil son who does not receive reproof will perish. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A wise son is instructed of his father; But a scorner heareth not rebuke. Brenton Septuagint Translation A wise son is obedient to his father: but a disobedient son will be destroyed. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Father's Discipline1A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke. 2From the fruit of his lips a man enjoys good things, but the desire of the faithless is violence.… Cross References Proverbs 15:5 A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent. Proverbs 19:20 Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days. Proverbs 10:1 The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother. Proverbs 12:1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid. Proverbs 15:31-32 He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. / He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding. Proverbs 17:10 A rebuke cuts into a man of discernment deeper than a hundred lashes cut into a fool. Proverbs 9:8-9 Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you. / Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning. Proverbs 23:22 Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old. Proverbs 29:1 A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery. Proverbs 1:8 Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother. Proverbs 4:1 Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. Proverbs 6:20 My son, keep your father’s commandment, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Ephesians 6:1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. Hebrews 12:9 Furthermore, we have all had earthly fathers who disciplined us, and we respected them. Should we not much more submit to the Father of our spirits and live? James 1:19 My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, Treasury of Scripture A wise son hears his father's instruction: but a scorner hears not rebuke. but Proverbs 9:7,8 He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot… Proverbs 14:6 A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth. 1 Samuel 2:25 If one man sin against another, the judge shall judge him: but if a man sin against the LORD, who shall intreat for him? Notwithstanding they hearkened not unto the voice of their father, because the LORD would slay them. Jump to Previous Accepts Authority Discipline Ears Father's Haters Heard Heareth Hears Heeds Instructed Instruction Listens Mocker Rebuke Scoffer Scorner Sharp Shut Teaching Wise WordsJump to Next Accepts Authority Discipline Ears Father's Haters Heard Heareth Hears Heeds Instructed Instruction Listens Mocker Rebuke Scoffer Scorner Sharp Shut Teaching Wise WordsProverbs 13 1. a scoffer does not listen to rebukeA wise son heeds his father’s discipline This phrase emphasizes the importance of wisdom and obedience within the family structure. In ancient Israel, the family was the primary unit of education and moral instruction. Fathers were seen as the primary educators, responsible for imparting wisdom and discipline to their children. The term "wise son" suggests a person who values and seeks wisdom, aligning with the broader biblical theme that true wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 9:10). The concept of discipline here is not merely punitive but instructional, aiming to guide the son in the way of righteousness. This aligns with the biblical principle found in Hebrews 12:5-11, where discipline is portrayed as a sign of God's love and a means of producing holiness. but a mocker does not listen to rebuke Persons / Places / Events 1. Wise SonRepresents an individual who is prudent and discerning, willing to accept guidance and correction. 2. Father Symbolizes authority and the source of wisdom and discipline, often representing God or parental figures. 3. Mocker A person who scorns or ridicules wisdom and correction, often characterized by pride and foolishness. Teaching Points The Value of WisdomEmbrace the wisdom that comes from accepting discipline. A wise person understands that correction is a pathway to growth and maturity. The Role of Authority Recognize and respect the role of authority figures, such as parents and spiritual leaders, who provide guidance and correction. The Danger of Mockery Avoid the attitude of a mocker, which leads to folly and destruction. Pride and refusal to listen can hinder personal and spiritual growth. Listening to God’s Discipline Just as a wise son listens to his father, believers should be attentive to God’s discipline, understanding it as an expression of His love and desire for our holiness. Cultivating Humility Develop a humble heart that is open to correction and willing to learn from mistakes, leading to a life of wisdom and righteousness.XIII. (1) A wise son heareth his father's instruction.--Or, is his father's instruction, i.e., the result and embodiment of it. A scorner.--See above on Proverbs 1:22. Verse 1-ch. 15:19. Second section in this collection. Verse 1. - A wise son heareth his father's instruction. The Authorized Version introduces the verb from the second member. The Hebrew is elliptical, "A wise son, his father's discipline," i.e. is the object or the result of his father's education; he owes his wisdom to it. Septuagint, "A clever (πανοῦργος) son is obedient to his father." But a scorner (Proverbs 1:22) heareth not rebuke; one who mocks at goodness and despises filial piety will not listen to reproof. Septuagint, "A disobedient son is in destruction." Compare the case of Eli's sons, and their fate (1 Samuel 2:25; 1 Samuel 4:17).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew A wiseחָ֭כָם (ḥā·ḵām) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2450: Wise son בֵּ֣ן (bên) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son [heeds] his father’s אָ֑ב (’āḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1: Father discipline, מ֣וּסַר (mū·sar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4148: Chastisement, reproof, warning, instruction, restraint but a mocker וְ֝לֵ֗ץ (wə·lêṣ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3887: Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker does not לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no listen שָׁמַ֥ע (šā·ma‘) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently to rebuke. גְּעָרָֽה׃ (gə·‘ā·rāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 1606: A chiding Links Proverbs 13:1 NIVProverbs 13:1 NLT Proverbs 13:1 ESV Proverbs 13:1 NASB Proverbs 13:1 KJV Proverbs 13:1 BibleApps.com Proverbs 13:1 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 13:1 Chinese Bible Proverbs 13:1 French Bible Proverbs 13:1 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 13:1 A wise son listens to his father's (Prov. 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