Reproof comes from the Late Latin reprobāre, which means “disapprove, reject, or condemn.” Definitions of reproof. an act or expression of criticism and censure. synonyms: rebuke, reprehension, reprimand, reproval.
“Reprove” in Elizabethan English had a variety of meanings (“reject” “disprove” “convince,” “rebuke”), with “put to the proof” (see 2 Timothy 4:2 the Revised Version margin) as the force common to all, although in modern English the word means only “rebuke” (with a connotation of deliberateness).
What does the Bible Say about REPROOF ?
(Pro 1:23) Turn to my rebuke, then I will pour out my spirit to you, I will make my words known to you.
(Pro 1:25) and you did not follow my advice and did not want to know about my rebuke,
(Pro 10:17) A path to life is he who considers discipline; but he who neglects reproof goes astray.
(Pro 12:1) One who loves discipline loves knowledge; but he who hates reproof is a fool.
(Pro 13:18) Poverty and shame are for him who rejects discipline; but he who heeds reproof is honored.
(Pro 15:5) A fool despises the discipline of his father, but he who heeds reproof becomes wise.
(Pro 15:10) A severe chastisement is there for him who leaves the way; he who hates reproof will die.
(Pro 15:31) The ear that listens to reproof unto life will dwell among the wise.
(Pro 15:32) He who rejects discipline esteems his own life small; but he who listens to reproof acquires understanding.
(Pro 27:5) Open rebuke is better than hidden love.
As Sheriff of the Church – I will Issue Reproof Summons to Various Biblical Teachers , False Prophets and Preachers on the Doctrines of Demons they Mislead People with !
1st Reproof Summons