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15 The (A)rod and reproof give wisdom,
But a child [a]left to himself (B)brings shame to his mother.
16 When the wicked [b]increase, transgression increases;
But the (C)righteous will see their fall.
17 (D)Discipline your son, and he will give you rest;
And he will (E)give delight to your soul.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 29:15 Lit set loose
  2. Proverbs 29:16 Or become great