Proverbs 9:7-11

⁷He that reproves evil men shall get dishonor to himself; And he that rebukes an ungodly man shall disgrace himself.

⁸Rebuke not evil men, lest they should hate thee: Rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.

⁹Give an opportunity to a wise man, and he will be wiser: Instruct a just man, and he will receive more instruction.

¹⁰The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the counsel of saints is understanding:

^10aFor to know the law is the character of a sound mind.

¹¹For in this way thou shalt live long, And years of thy life shall be added to thee.