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A rebuke enters deeper into one who has understanding Than a hundred lashes into a fool.
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The Mark of Wisdom
Commentators explain that a key sign of wisdom is how one receives correction. For a person with understanding, a single verbal rebuke sinks deep into their heart and mind, leading to genuine humility and change. As Matthew Henry notes, the reproof enters not just the head, but the heart. This receptivity is more powerful than any external force.
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Reformed Baptist
A reproof enters more into a wise man. A single verbal reproof, gently, kindly, and prudently given, not only enters the …
Presbyterian
A gentle reproof will enter not only into the head, but into the heart of a wise man.