Proverbs 17:2

World English Bible

²A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who causes shame,
and shall have a part in the inheritance among the brothers.

Proverbs 17:2

International Standard Version

²A prudent servant will rule in place of a disgraceful son
and will share in the inheritance among brothers.

²⁵A foolish son brings grief to his father,
and bitterness to her who bore him.

²⁵A foolish son brings grief to his father
and bitterness to his mother.^[a]

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