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Proverbs 29:1 in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible reads:
"He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy."
This proverb conveys a warning about the consequences of repeatedly ignoring correction or rebuke. Let's break it down:
1. "He, that being often reproved" refers to someone who has been repeatedly corrected or warned about their behavior.
2. "hardeneth his neck" is a metaphor for stubbornness or refusal to change. In ancient times, a hard-necked or stiff-necked animal was difficult to control.
3. "shall suddenly be destroyed" suggests that consequences will come swiftly and unexpectedly.
4. "and that without remedy" implies that the destruction will be final, with no chance for recovery or reversal.
The overall meaning of this proverb is that those who consistently ignore warnings, advice, or attempts at correction, and stubbornly persist in their wrong ways, will eventually face severe and irreversible consequences. It emphasizes the importance of heeding wise counsel and being willing to learn from one's mistakes.
This proverb encourages humility, teachability, and the wisdom of accepting correction when it's offered, rather than persisting in harmful or misguided behavior.
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