A wise son brings joy to his father,^(C)
    but a foolish son brings grief to his mother.

²⁹ Whoever brings ruin on their family will inherit only wind,
    and the fool will be servant to the wise.^(A)

13 A wise son heeds his father’s instruction,
    but a mocker does not respond to rebukes.^(A)

⁵ A fool spurns a parent’s discipline,
    but whoever heeds correction shows prudence.^(A)

²⁰ A wise son brings joy to his father,^(A)
    but a foolish man despises his mother.

⁶ Children’s children^(A) are a crown to the aged,
    and parents are the pride of their children.

¹⁷ A friend loves at all times,
    and a brother is born for a time of adversity.^(A)