Proverbs 29:15
The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.
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- Proverbs 10:1 The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son makes a glad father; but a foolish son brings grief to his mother.
- Proverbs 17:25 A foolish son brings grief to his father, and bitterness to her who bore him.
- Proverbs 29:17 Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.