Prov.9.7

He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.

Prov.9.7

If you reason with an arrogant cynic, you'll get slapped in the face; confront bad behavior and get a kick in the shins.

Prov.9.7

"Whoever corrects a mocker invites insult; whoever rebukes a wicked man incurs abuse.

Prov.9.7

"He who corrects a scoffer gets shame for himself, And he who rebukes a wicked man only harms himself.