Reprove not a scoffer, lest he hate thee: Reprove a wise man, and he will love thee.

Do not say sharp words to a man of pride, or he will have hate for you; make them clear to a wise man, and you will be dear to him.

Μη ελεγχε χλευαστην, δια να μη σε μισηση· ελεγχε σοφον, και θελει σε αγαπησει.

Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee: rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.