KJV ORIGINAL
Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Discipline is painful to someone who has abandoned the right path, and whoever hates being corrected will face destruction.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that people who reject God's ways will find correction painful, and those who refuse to listen to wise guidance are heading toward ruin.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb was written during a time when wisdom literature was highly valued in ancient Israel, likely during Solomon's reign. In that culture, receiving correction from elders, teachers, or God was seen as essential for a successful and righteous life. The Hebrew concept of 'the way' referred to living according to God's principles and commands.
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