Proverbs 29:15
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
In context
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.
Proverbs 29:15 in every translation
- BSB Berean Standard Bible
- A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
- KJV King James Version
- The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
- WEB World English Bible
- The rod of correction gives wisdom, but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.
- ASV American Standard Version
- The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.
- YLT Young's Literal Translation
- A rod and reproof give wisdom, And a youth let away is shaming his mother.
- DBY Darby Translation
- The rod and reproof give wisdom; but a child left [to himself] bringeth his mother to shame.
- WBS Webster Bible
- The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.