Proverbs 21:11-13

New Century Version

¹¹ If you punish those who make fun of wisdom, a foolish person may gain some wisdom.
    But if you teach the wise, they will get knowledge.

¹² God, who is always right, watches the house of the wicked
    and brings ruin on every evil person.

¹³ Whoever ignores the poor when they cry for help
    will also cry for help and not be answered.