Proverbs 17:25-27

Modern English Version

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

²⁶ Also to punish the just is not good,
    nor to strike princes for their uprightness.

²⁷ He who has knowledge spares his words,
    and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.