5 A fool despises his father’s correction, but he who heeds reproof shows prudence.
5 A fool despises a parent’s instruction, but the one who heeds admonition is prudent.(A)
20 A wise son makes a father glad, but a foolish man despises his mother.
20 A wise child makes a glad father, but the foolish despise their mothers.(A)
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