Proverbs 29:15-17

Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition

¹⁵The rod and reproof give wisdom: but the child that is left to his own will bringeth his mother to shame.

¹⁶When the wicked are multiplied, crimes shall be multiplied: but the just shall see their downfall.

¹⁷Instruct thy son, and he shall refresh thee, and shall give delight to thy soul.

Proverbs 29:15-17

New International Version

¹⁵A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom,
but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.^(A)

¹⁶When the wicked thrive, so does sin,
but the righteous will see their downfall.^(B)

¹⁷Discipline your children, and they will give you peace;
they will bring you the delights you desire.^(C)

Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition (DRA)

New International Version (NIV)