Proverbs 15:10
New International Version
Stern discipline awaits anyone who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die.

New Living Translation
Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die.

English Standard Version
There is severe discipline for him who forsakes the way; whoever hates reproof will die.

Berean Standard Bible
Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die.

King James Bible
Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.

New King James Version
Harsh discipline is for him who forsakes the way, And he who hates correction will die.

New American Standard Bible
There is severe punishment for one who abandons the way; One who hates a rebuke will die.

NASB 1995
Grievous punishment is for him who forsakes the way; He who hates reproof will die.

NASB 1977
Stern discipline is for him who forsakes the way; He who hates reproof will die.

Legacy Standard Bible
Grievous discipline is for him who forsakes the way; He who hates reproof will die.

Amplified Bible
There is severe discipline for him who turns from the way [of righteousness]; And he who hates correction will die.

Christian Standard Bible
Discipline is harsh for the one who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Discipline is harsh for the one who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die.

American Standard Version
There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; And he that hateth reproof shall die.

Contemporary English Version
If you turn from the right way, you will be punished; if you refuse correction, you will die.

English Revised Version
There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Discipline is a terrible [burden] to anyone who leaves the [right] path. Anyone who hates a warning will die.

Good News Translation
If you do what is wrong, you will be severely punished; you will die if you do not let yourself be corrected.

International Standard Version
Severe punishment awaits anyone who wanders off the path— anyone who despises reproof will die.

Majority Standard Bible
Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die.

NET Bible
Severe discipline is for the one who abandons the way; the one who hates reproof will die.

New Heart English Bible
There is stern discipline for one who forsakes the way: whoever hates reproof shall die.

Webster's Bible Translation
Correction is grievous to him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.

World English Bible
There is stern discipline for one who forsakes the way. Whoever hates reproof shall die.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Discipline [is] grievous to him who is forsaking the path, "" Whoever is hating reproof dies.

Young's Literal Translation
Chastisement is grievous to him who is forsaking the path, Whoso is hating reproof dieth.

Smith's Literal Translation
Correction is evil to him forsaking the way: he hating reproof shall die.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Instruction is grievous to him that forsaketh the way of life: he that hateth reproof shall die.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Doctrine is evil to those who abandon the way of life. Whoever hates correction shall die.

New American Bible
Discipline seems bad to those going astray; one who hates reproof will die.

New Revised Standard Version
There is severe discipline for one who forsakes the way, but one who hates a rebuke will die.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The chastisement of those who do not know evil is evident; but those who hate reproof shall die.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The instruction of those who do not know evil is revealed, and those who hate reproof will die.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
There is grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; And he that hateth reproof shall die.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The instruction of the simple is known by them that pass by; but they that hate reproofs die disgracefully.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
A Gentle Answer Turns Away Wrath
9The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness. 10Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die. 11Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD—how much more the hearts of men!…

Cross References
Hebrews 12:6
For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives.”

Proverbs 13:18
Poverty and shame come to him who ignores discipline, but whoever heeds correction is honored.

Proverbs 10:17
Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who ignores reproof goes astray.

Proverbs 29:1
A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.

Isaiah 1:20
But if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.

1 Samuel 15:23
For rebellion is like the sin of divination, and arrogance is like the wickedness of idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He has rejected you as king.”

Jeremiah 7:28
Therefore you must say to them, ‘This is the nation that would not listen to the voice of the LORD their God and would not receive correction. Truth has perished; it has disappeared from their lips.

Matthew 7:13-14
Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. / But small is the gate and narrow the way that leads to life, and only a few find it.

2 Timothy 3:16
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness,

Proverbs 5:12-13
and you will say, “How I hated discipline, and my heart despised reproof! / I did not listen to the voice of my teachers or incline my ear to my mentors.

Proverbs 12:1
Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.

Proverbs 19:16
He who keeps a commandment preserves his soul, but he who is careless in his ways will die.

Proverbs 23:9
Do not speak to a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.

John 3:36
Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever rejects the Son will not see life. Instead, the wrath of God remains on him.”

Romans 2:8
But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow wickedness, there will be wrath and anger.


Treasury of Scripture

Correction is grievous to him that forsakes the way: and he that hates reproof shall die.

correction

Proverbs 12:1
Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.

Proverbs 13:1
A wise son heareth his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke.

Proverbs 23:35
They have stricken me, shalt thou say, and I was not sick; they have beaten me, and I felt it not: when shall I awake? I will seek it yet again.

and he

Proverbs 1:30
They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.

Proverbs 5:12
And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof;

Proverbs 10:17
He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth.

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Discipline
The Hebrew word for "discipline" is "מוּסָר" (musar), which encompasses instruction, correction, and chastisement. In the biblical context, discipline is not merely punitive but is intended for growth and improvement. It reflects God's love and desire for His people to walk in righteousness. The concept of discipline is deeply rooted in the wisdom literature of the Bible, emphasizing that true wisdom comes from accepting correction and learning from it.

is harsh
The phrase "is harsh" translates from the Hebrew "רָעָה" (ra'ah), which can mean evil, distressing, or grievous. This indicates that discipline can be a painful process, especially for those who resist it. The harshness is not meant to harm but to bring about a necessary change. In the context of a loving God, the harshness of discipline is a tool to bring the wayward back to the right path.

for him who leaves the path
"Leaves the path" refers to those who abandon the way of righteousness and wisdom. The "path" in Hebrew thought often symbolizes a way of life or conduct. The imagery of a path is common in Proverbs, representing the journey of life and the choices one makes. Leaving the path suggests a deliberate choice to turn away from God's guidance and wisdom, leading to negative consequences.

he who hates correction
The word "hates" comes from the Hebrew "שָׂנֵא" (sane), which implies a strong aversion or rejection. "Correction" is closely related to discipline and involves the act of being set right or improved. In the biblical narrative, hating correction is equated with pride and stubbornness, traits that are often condemned. The wise person embraces correction as a means to grow closer to God and align with His will.

will die
The stark warning "will die" underscores the seriousness of rejecting discipline and correction. In the Hebrew Bible, death is often more than physical cessation; it can imply spiritual death or separation from God. This phrase serves as a sobering reminder of the ultimate consequence of a life lived in opposition to divine wisdom. It echoes the biblical theme that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and to reject His ways is to choose a path leading to destruction.

(10) Correction is grievous.--Rather, There is a grievous correction for him that forsaketh the (right) way; first of all, punishment for the sake of "correction" (Leviticus 26:14, sqq.), and then, lastly, in the case of obstinate hatred of "reproof," death (Ibid. Proverbs 15:33).

Verse 10. - Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way. The verse is climacteric, and the first clause is better translated, There is a grievous correction for him that forsaketh the way; then the second clause denotes what that correction is: he that hateth reproof - i.e. he that forsaketh the way - shall die. "The way" is the path of goodness and righteousness (Proverbs 2:13). "The way of life." the Vulgate calls it; so Proverbs 10:17. Ecclesiastes 21:6, "He that hateth reproof is in the way of sinners." The Authorized Version is quite allowable, and is supported in some degree by the Vulgate, Doctrina mala deserenti viam vitae. The sinner is annoyed by discipline, correction, or true teaching, because they curb the indulgence of his passions, make him uneasy in conscience, and force him to look to future issues. Septuagint, "The instruction of the guileless (ἀκάκου) is known by passers-by; but they who hate reproofs die shamefully." The Syriac adopts the same rendering; but it is a question whether the word ought not to be κακοῦ. Menander says -

Ὁ μὴ δαρεὶς ἄνθρωπος οὐ παιδεύεται.

"Man unchastised learns naught."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Discipline
מוּסָ֣ר (mū·sār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4148: Chastisement, reproof, warning, instruction, restraint

is harsh
רָ֭ע (rā‘)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7451: Bad, evil

for him who leaves
לְעֹזֵ֣ב (lə·‘ō·zêḇ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5800: To loosen, relinquish, permit

the path;
אֹ֑רַח (’ō·raḥ)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 734: A well-trodden road, a caravan

he who hates
שׂוֹנֵ֖א (śō·w·nê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 8130: To hate

correction
תוֹכַ֣חַת (ṯō·w·ḵa·ḥaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8433: Chastisement, correction, refutation, proof

will die.
יָמֽוּת׃ (yā·mūṯ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill


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