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24 He who (A)holds back his [a]rod hates his son,
But he who loves him [b](B)disciplines him diligently.

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  1. Proverbs 13:24 Correction, discipline
  2. Proverbs 13:24 Lit seeks him earnestly with discipline

24 Whoever spares the rod(A) hates their children,
    but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline(B) them.(C)

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13 (A)Do not withhold discipline from the child,
Although you [a]strike him with the rod, he will not die.

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  1. Proverbs 23:13 Lit smite

Saying 13

13 Do not withhold discipline from a child;
    if you punish them with the rod, they will not die.

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15 The (A)rod and reproof give wisdom,
But a child [a]left to himself (B)brings shame to his mother.

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  1. Proverbs 29:15 Lit set loose

15 A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom,
    but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.(A)

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17 (A)Discipline your son, and he will give you rest;
And he will (B)give delight to your soul.

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17 Discipline your children, and they will give you peace;
    they will bring you the delights you desire.(A)

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