12 As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
12 Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.
12 Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise reprover to a listening ear.
12 And a wise friend's timely reprimand is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.
12 Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold Is a wise rebuker to an obedient ear.
12 To one who listens, valid criticism is like a gold earring or other gold jewelry.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 25:12
Commentary on Proverbs 25:11-12
(Read Proverbs 25:11-12)
A word of counsel, or reproof, rightly spoken, is especially beautiful, as fine fruit becomes still more beautiful in silver baskets.