24 The father of a righteous child has great joy;
    a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.(A)
25 May your father and mother rejoice;
    may she who gave you birth be joyful!(B)

Saying 18

26 My son,(C) give me your heart
    and let your eyes delight in my ways,(D)

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Children are a heritage from the Lord,
    offspring a reward(A) from him.
Like arrows(B) in the hands of a warrior
    are children born in one’s youth.

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