15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
15 A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom, but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.
15 Wise discipline imparts wisdom; spoiled adolescents embarrass their parents.
15 The rod and rebuke give wisdom, But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.
15 To discipline a child produces wisdom, but a mother is disgraced by an undisciplined child.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:15
Commentary on Proverbs 29:15
(Read Proverbs 29:15)
Parents must consider the benefit of due correction, and the mischief of undue indulgence.