Proverbs 29:15-17

International Standard Version

¹⁵ The rod and rebuke bestow wisdom,
    but an undisciplined child^[a] brings shame to his mother.

¹⁶ As the wicked grow powerful,^[b] transgression increases,
    but the righteous will observe their downfall.

¹⁷ Correct your son and he will comfort you;
    he will also delight your soul.