Proverbs 29:17
Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.
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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 29:15 The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.
- Proverbs 13:24 One who spares the rod hates his son, but one who loves him is careful to discipline him.