15 The (A)rod and reproof give wisdom,
But a child [a]who gets his own way (B)brings shame to his mother.
16 When the wicked [b]increase, transgression increases;
But the (C)righteous will see their fall.
17 (D)Correct your son, and he will give you comfort;
He will also [c](E)delight your soul.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 29:15 Lit left to himself
  2. Proverbs 29:16 Or become great
  3. Proverbs 29:17 Lit give delight to