Bible verse
A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
Proverbs 29:15 · BSB
The verses around it, from Proverbs 29.
11 A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.
12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.
13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.
14 A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.
15 A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
16 When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.
17 Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.
18 Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.
19 A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond.
KJV
The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left [to himself] bringeth his mother to shame.
ASV
The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
ERV
The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
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