KJV ORIGINAL
A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
A servant won't be corrected just by words alone: even though he understands what you're saying, he won't respond or change.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that some people need more than just verbal instruction to learn - they need action or consequences to truly change their behavior.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, servants were common in households and had different social standing than family members. This proverb reflects the practical wisdom about managing relationships with those under your authority. The wisdom literature of Proverbs often addressed how to maintain order and effectiveness in households and communities.
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