Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 15:32 in English Standard Version "Whoever ignores instruction despises himself, but he who listens to reproof gains intelligence." Pr 8:33 Hear instruction and be wise, and do not neglect it. Pr 8:36 but he who fails to find me injures himself; all who hate me love death.” Pr 19:8 Whoever gets sense loves his own soul; he who keeps understanding will discover good.