Proverbs 25:12

NETBible

Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold, 1  so is a wise reprover to the ear of the one who listens. 2 

NIV ©

Like an ear-ring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is a wise man’s rebuke to a listening ear.

NASB ©

Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold Is a wise reprover to a listening ear.

NLT ©

Valid criticism is as treasured by the one who heeds it as jewelry made from finest gold.

MSG ©

And a wise friend's timely reprimand is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.

BBE ©

Like a nose-ring of gold and an ornament of the best gold, is a wise man who says sharp words to an ear ready to give attention.

NRSV ©

Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise rebuke to a listening ear.

NKJV ©

Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold Is a wise rebuker to an obedient ear.

KJV
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and an ornament
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of fine gold
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[so is] a wise
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reprover
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upon an obedient
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NASB ©
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to a listening
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NET [draft] ITL
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of gold
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and an ornament
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of fine gold
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reprover
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to
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the ear
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of the one who listens
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NETBible

Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold, 1  so is a wise reprover to the ear of the one who listens. 2 

NET Notes

1 sn This saying is another example of emblematic parallelism; the first half is the simile, and the second half makes the point from it: A wise rebuke that is properly received is of lasting value. The rebuke in the ear of an obedient student is like ornaments of fine jewelry.

2 tn The “ear of the listener” refers to the obedient disciple, the one who complies with the reproof he hears. Cf. KJV, ASV, NAB “an obedient ear.”