^8 (A)Do not reprove a scoffer, or he will hate you;
    ^(B)reprove a wise man, and he will love you.

^25 (A)Strike ^(B)a scoffer, and the simple will ^(C)learn prudence;
    ^(D)reprove a man of understanding, and he will gain knowledge.

¹² Like ^(A)a gold ring or an ornament of gold
    is a wise reprover to ^(B)a listening ear.

⁶ Faithful are ^(A)the wounds of a friend;
    profuse are the kisses of an enemy.