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Proverbs 29:17

King James Version (KJV)

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Scripture focus

Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.

Proverbs 29:17 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Proverbs 29:17

Theological / Devotional

Give thee rest. The properly disciplined child gives his parents none of the unending anxiety that the spoiled child causes. Instead there comes a deep joy and satisfaction in seeing him make his own right choices.

By SdaBc