In the book of wisdom, Proverbs 9:8-9 declares: Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee: rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee. Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.
Reprove means: 1. To voice or convey disapproval of; rebuke. 2. To find fault with..
Scorner means: 1. One who scorns; a despiser; a contemner; 2. One who has a disdain feeling towards a person or object considered despicable or unworthy
According to Proverbs and the definitions above, a scorner seems to be the opposite of a wise man. So it is safe to say that a scorner is a fool. We are either foolish or wise by our reaction or response to corrective criticism. Life is about continuous growth that comes with learning and being a life long student of progress. Listening and taking head to that which can help improve our performance and productivity counts us as wise. Wisdom is the principle thing and is considered to be far above riches. Wisdom is the answer to any problem, circumstance or challenge one may face in life. The answer brings peace and joy. The book of wisdom also declares that a fool/scorner and his money will soon depart. What good is it to win the lottery for millions of dollars and waste it all due to lack of wisdom to increase and keep it circulating.
Wisdom is the principle thing and in all get understanding.
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