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Do not rebuke mockers, or they will hate you; rebuke the wise, and they will love you.

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This quote from King Solomon acknowledges the futility of rebuking mockers, as they will only grow to hate you. Instead, it advises to give constructive criticism to the wise, as they will appreciate and love you for it.
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Royalty, Israelite
Biblical figure and King of Israel
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