KJV ORIGINAL
And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And say, 'How I hated being taught, and my heart rejected correction;'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows someone looking back with regret, realizing they foolishly rejected wise guidance and correction when it was offered to them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a longer warning in Proverbs 5 about the consequences of ignoring wisdom and pursuing foolish choices. In ancient Israel, instruction and reproof were typically given by parents, elders, and wise teachers who had the community's best interests at heart. The Hebrew culture highly valued learning from those with experience and wisdom.
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