English Language Versions
KJV He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.
KJVP He that reproveth H3256 a scorner H3887 getteth H3947 to himself shame: H7036 and he that rebuketh H3198 a wicked H7563 man getteth himself a blot. H3971
YLT The instructor of a scorner Is receiving for it -- shame, And a reprover of the wicked -- his blemish.
ASV He that correcteth a scoffer getteth to himself reviling; And he that reproveth a wicked man getteth himself a blot.
WEB He who corrects a mocker invites insult. He who reproves a wicked man invites abuse.
RV He that correcteth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that reproveth a wicked man {cf15i getteth} himself a blot.
NET Whoever corrects a mocker is asking for insult; whoever reproves a wicked person receives abuse.
ERVEN Criticize a person who is rude and shows no respect, and you will only get insults. Correct the wicked, and you will only get hurt.