Add parallel Print Page Options

19 A servant will not be taught by words alone. For even if he understands, he will not answer.

20 Do you see a man who is quick with his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

21 He who gives good care to his servant from the time he is young, will in the end find him to be a son.

Read full chapter

19 Servants cannot be corrected by mere words;
    though they understand, they will not respond.

20 Do you see someone who speaks in haste?
    There is more hope for a fool than for them.(A)

21 A servant pampered from youth
    will turn out to be insolent.

Read full chapter