Proverbs 29:17
King James Version
Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
Proverbs 29:17 in context
15The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
16When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
17Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
18Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
19A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.
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The Book of Proverbs — summary, themes & key verses
Wisdom for daily life — short, practical sayings on how to live well in the fear of God.
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