Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 15:31 in English Standard Version "The ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise." Pr 6:23 For the commandment is a lamp and the teaching a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way of life, Pr 15:5 A fool despises his father’s instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is prudent. Pr 20:12 The hearing ear and the seeing eye, the Lord has made them both. Pr 25:12 Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise reprover to a listening ear.