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15 The rod of correction gives wisdom,
    but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.

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15 A rod of correction imparts wisdom,(A)
but a youth left to himself[a]
is a disgrace to his mother.(B)

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 29:15 Lit youth sent away

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

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17 Correct your son, and he will give you peace;
    yes, he will bring delight to your soul.

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17 Discipline your son, and it will bring you peace of mind(A)
and give you delight.

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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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