Words which embrace nearly the whole theory of punishment. If the man who offends is a “scorner,” hardened beyond all hope of reformation, then punish him by way of retribution and example, and let the penalty be sharp, that even the unwary and careless may beware. If the man be “understanding,” then let the punishment take the form of discipline. Admonish, reprove, educate.
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Proverbs 19:25
25 Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware:e and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.