Proverbs 29:16-18

Holman Christian Standard Bible

¹⁶When the wicked increase, rebellion increases,
but the righteous will see their downfall.^(A)

¹⁷Discipline your son, and it will bring you peace of mind^(B)
and give you delight.

¹⁸Without revelation^[a]^(C) people run wild,^(D)
but one who listens to instruction will be happy.^(E)

Proverbs 29:16-18

New International Version

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

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

¹⁸Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint;
but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction.^(C)

Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

New International Version (NIV)