Proverbs 25:12
Proverbs 25:11-12 The Message (MSG)
The right word at the right time is like a custom-made piece of jewelry, And a wise friend’s timely reprimand is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.
Proverbs 25:12 King James Version (KJV)
As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, So is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
Proverbs 25:12 American Standard Version (ASV)
As an ear-ring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, So is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
Proverbs 25:12 New King James Version (NKJV)
Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold Is a wise rebuker to an obedient ear.
Proverbs 25:12 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold Is a wise reprover to a listening ear.
Proverbs 25:12 New Century Version (NCV)
A wise warning to someone who will listen is as valuable as gold earrings or fine gold jewelry.
Proverbs 25:12 New International Version (NIV)
Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.
Proverbs 25:12 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold Is a wise reprover to an ear that listens and learns.
Proverbs 25:12 New Living Translation (NLT)
To one who listens, valid criticism is like a gold earring or other gold jewelry.