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they will bring you the delights you desire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/29.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Discipline your children, and they will give you peace of mind and will make your heart glad.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/29.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will give delight to your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/29.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/29.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you rest; Yes, he will give delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/29.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; He will also delight your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/29.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; He will also delight your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/29.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; He will also delight your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/29.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; And he will give delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/29.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you comfort; Yes, he will delight your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/29.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Discipline your child, and it will bring you peace of mind and give you delight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/29.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Discipline your son, and it will bring you peace of mind and give you delight. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/29.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/29.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />If you correct your children, they will bring you peace and happiness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/29.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/29.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you peace of mind. He will bring delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/29.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Discipline your children and you can always be proud of them. They will never give you reason to be ashamed. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/29.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Correct your son and he will comfort you; he will also delight your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/29.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/29.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Discipline your child, and he will give you rest; he will bring you happiness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/29.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/29.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yes, he shall give delight to thy soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/29.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he will give you peace; yes, he will bring delight to your soul. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/29.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Discipline your son, and he gives you comfort, "" Indeed, he gives delights to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/29.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Chastise thy son, and he giveth thee comfort, Yea, he giveth delights to thy soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/29.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Correct thy son and he shall cause thee to rest, and he shall give delight to thy soul.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/29.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Instruct thy son, and he shall refresh thee, and shall give delight to thy soul. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/29.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Teach your son, and he will refresh you, and he will give delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/29.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Discipline your children, and they will bring you comfort, and give delight to your soul. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/29.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Discipline your children, and they will give you rest; they will give delight to your heart.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/29.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Correct your son, and he shall give you rest; yea, he shall give delight to your soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/29.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Discipline your son, and he will comfort you, and delight your soul.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/29.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/29.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Chasten thy son, and he shall give thee rest; and he shall give honour to thy soul.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/29-17.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=6046" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/29.htm">The Stiff-Necked will Be Destroyed</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall. <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3256.htm" title="3256: yas·sêr (V-Piel-Imp-ms) -- To discipline, chasten, admonish. A primitive root; to chastise, literally or figuratively; hence, to instruct.">Discipline</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bin·ḵā (N-msc:: 2ms) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">your son,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5117.htm" title="5117: wî·nî·ḥe·ḵā (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConjImperf-3ms:: 2ms) -- To rest, i.e. settle down">and he will give you rest;</a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: wə·yit·tên (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">he will bring</a> <a href="/hebrew/4574.htm" title="4574: ma·‘ă·ḏan·nîm (N-mp) -- A dainty (food), delight. Or maadannah; from adan; a delicacy or pleasure.">delight</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: lə·nap̄·še·ḵā (Prep-l:: N-fsc:: 2ms) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">to your soul.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-4.htm">Ephesians 6:4</a></span><br />Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath; instead, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/12-11.htm">Hebrews 12:11</a></span><br />No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who have been trained by it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-24.htm">Proverbs 13:24</a></span><br />He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-21.htm">Colossians 3:21</a></span><br />Fathers, do not provoke your children, so they will not become discouraged.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-6.htm">Proverbs 22:6</a></span><br />Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-18.htm">Proverbs 19:18</a></span><br />Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; do not be party to his death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a></span><br />These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. / And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/23-13.htm">Proverbs 23:13-14</a></span><br />Do not withhold discipline from a child; although you strike him with a rod, he will not die. / Strike him with a rod, and you will deliver his soul from Sheol.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-16.htm">2 Timothy 3:16-17</a></span><br />All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-11.htm">Proverbs 3:11-12</a></span><br />My son, do not reject the discipline of the LORD, and do not loathe His rebuke; / for the LORD disciplines the one He loves, as does a father the son in whom he delights.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/94-12.htm">Psalm 94:12</a></span><br />Blessed is the man You discipline, O LORD, and teach from Your law,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-5.htm">Proverbs 15:5</a></span><br />A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-15.htm">Proverbs 22:15</a></span><br />Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline drives it far from him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/3-4.htm">1 Timothy 3:4-5</a></span><br />An overseer must manage his own household well and keep his children under control, with complete dignity. / For if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how can he care for the church of God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/4-1.htm">Proverbs 4:1-4</a></span><br />Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. / For I give you sound teaching; do not abandon my directive. / When I was a son to my father, tender and the only child of my mother, ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Correct your son, and he shall give you rest; yes, he shall give delight to your soul.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">Proverbs 29:15</a></b></br> The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left <i>to himself</i> bringeth his mother to shame.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/13-24.htm">Proverbs 13:24</a></b></br> He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/19-18.htm">Proverbs 19:18</a></b></br> Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/19-18.htm">Chasten</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-18.htm">Chastise</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-10.htm">Comfort</a> <a href="/psalms/141-5.htm">Correct</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-25.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-24.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-23.htm">Discipline</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-1.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-9.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-9.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-10.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-13.htm">Training</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/2-19.htm">Chasten</a> <a href="/jeremiah/10-24.htm">Chastise</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-1.htm">Comfort</a> <a href="/isaiah/1-17.htm">Correct</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-13.htm">Delight</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-8.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/jeremiah/7-28.htm">Discipline</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-19.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/3-8.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-23.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-24.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/jeremiah/2-30.htm">Training</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 29</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-1.htm">observations of public government</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">and of private</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/29-22.htm">Of anger, pride, thievery, cowardice and corruption</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In ancient Israel, the family was the primary unit of education and moral instruction. Parents were responsible for teaching their children the ways of the Lord (<a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a>). The Hebrew word for discipline, "musar," implies a comprehensive approach to training that includes correction and encouragement. This aligns with the broader biblical principle found in <a href="/proverbs/22-6.htm">Proverbs 22:6</a>, which emphasizes training a child in the way he should go. The role of discipline is also seen in God's relationship with His people, as He disciplines those He loves (<a href="/hebrews/12-6.htm">Hebrews 12:6</a>).<p><b>and he will give you rest;</b><br>The promise of rest is significant in the biblical narrative, often symbolizing peace and fulfillment. In the context of family, a well-disciplined child contributes to a harmonious household, reducing stress and conflict for the parents. This rest can be understood as both physical and emotional, providing a sense of security and satisfaction. The idea of rest is also a recurring theme in Scripture, pointing to the ultimate rest found in God (<a href="/matthew/11-28.htm">Matthew 11:28-30</a>). In a broader sense, this rest can be seen as a type of the eternal rest promised to believers in Christ.<p><b>he will bring delight to your soul.</b><br>The delight mentioned here reflects the joy and satisfaction that come from seeing a child grow in wisdom and righteousness. This delight is not merely emotional but is deeply spiritual, as it aligns with the values and teachings of Scripture. The soul, or "nephesh" in Hebrew, represents the whole being, indicating that the joy is profound and encompassing. This delight can be compared to the joy God experiences over His children when they walk in His ways (<a href="/zephaniah/3-17.htm">Zephaniah 3:17</a>). The connection between a parent's joy and a child's behavior underscores the relational nature of biblical teaching, where the actions of one affect the well-being of another.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His teachings often focus on practical living and moral integrity.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/p/parents_and_children.htm">Parents and Children</a></b><br>The verse directly addresses the relationship between parents and their children, emphasizing the role of discipline in this dynamic.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context of this proverb is ancient Israel, where family structure and discipline were integral to societal stability.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_discipline.htm">The Importance of Discipline</a></b><br>Discipline is a crucial aspect of parenting that leads to long-term benefits for both the child and the parent. It is not merely punitive but is meant to guide and instruct.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/rest_and_delight_as_outcomes.htm">Rest and Delight as Outcomes</a></b><br>Proper discipline results in rest and delight for parents. This suggests that a well-disciplined child contributes to a peaceful and joyful family environment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/b/biblical_discipline_vs._worldly_discipline.htm">Biblical Discipline vs. Worldly Discipline</a></b><br>Biblical discipline is rooted in love and aims to correct and guide rather than punish. It reflects God's discipline of His children, which is always for their good.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_consistency.htm">The Role of Consistency</a></b><br>Consistency in discipline is key. Children thrive when they understand boundaries and expectations, which are consistently reinforced.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discipline_as_a_reflection_of_god's_character.htm">Discipline as a Reflection of God's Character</a></b><br>As God disciplines those He loves, parents are called to reflect this aspect of God's character in their parenting, aiming to nurture and develop their children's character.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_29.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 29</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_overcoming.htm">What does the Bible say about FOMO?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_proverbs_13_24_with_anti-spanking_views.htm">How can Proverbs 13:24’s endorsement of the “rod” in disciplining children be reconciled with current ethical and psychological objections to corporal punishment? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_rebellious_kids.htm">What does the Bible say about rebellious children?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/repay_evil_with_evil.htm">Should we repay evil with evil? (Proverbs 24:29 vs. Romans 12:17)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/29.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest</span> (<a href="/proverbs/19-18.htm">Proverbs 19:18</a>); Septuagint, <span class="greek">ἀναπαύσει σε</span>. He will be no longer a source of care and disquiet to you. <span class="cmt_word">Delight</span> (<span class="accented">maadanim</span>); properly, <span class="accented">dainty dishes</span>, and then any great and special pleasure (comp. Ecclus. 30:1-12). Septuagint, "He shall give ornament (<span class="greek">κόσμον</span>) to thy soul." This verse and the following are presented by the Greek version in a mutilated form after <a href="/proverbs/28-17.htm">Proverbs 28:17</a> (where see note). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/29-17.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Discipline</span><br /><span class="heb">יַסֵּ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(yas·sêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3256.htm">Strong's 3256: </a> </span><span class="str2">To discipline, chasten, admonish</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your son,</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּ֭נְךָ</span> <span class="translit">(bin·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and he will give you rest;</span><br /><span class="heb">וִֽינִיחֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(wî·nî·ḥe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5117.htm">Strong's 5117: </a> </span><span class="str2">To rest, settle down</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he will bring</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיִתֵּ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">delight</span><br /><span class="heb">מַעֲדַנִּ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(ma·‘ă·ḏan·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4574.htm">Strong's 4574: </a> </span><span class="str2">A dainty (food), delight</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to your soul.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְנַפְשֶֽׁךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(lə·nap̄·še·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5315.htm">Strong's 5315: </a> </span><span class="str2">A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion </span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/29-17.htm">Proverbs 29:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/29-17.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 29:17 Correct your son and he will give (Prov. 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