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What a pleasure to have children who are wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/23.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who fathers a wise son will be glad in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/23.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise <i>child</i> shall have joy of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/23.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who begets a wise <i>child</i> will delight in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who fathers a wise son will be glad in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/23.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who sires a wise son will be glad in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who begets a wise son will be glad in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who begets a wise son will be glad in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice, And he who sires a wise child will have joy in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The father of a righteous son will rejoice greatly, and one who fathers a wise son will delight in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The father of a righteous son will rejoice greatly, and one who fathers a wise son will delight in him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/23.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; And he that begetteth a wise child will have joy of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/23.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Make your father truly happy by living right and showing sound judgment. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/23.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A righteous person's father will certainly rejoice. Someone who has a wise son will enjoy him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/23.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />A righteous person's parents have good reason to be happy. You can take pride in a wise child. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/23.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The father of a righteous person will greatly rejoice; whoever fathers a wise son will be glad because of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/23.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The father of a righteous person will rejoice greatly; whoever fathers a wise child will have joy in him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The father of the righteous has great joy. Whoever fathers a wise child delights in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/23.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The father of the righteous has great joy. Whoever fathers a wise child delights in him. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The father of the righteous rejoices greatly, "" The begetter of the wise rejoices in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The father of the righteous rejoiceth greatly, The begetter of the wise rejoiceth in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The father of the just one rejoicing, shall rejoice: he shall beget a wise one and shall rejoice in him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The father of the just rejoiceth greatly: he that hath begotten a wise son, shall have joy in him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The father of the just exults in gladness; he who has conceived the wise will rejoice in him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/23.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The father of a just person will exult greatly; whoever begets a wise son will rejoice in him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who begets a wise son will be glad in him.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The father of a righteous man shall greatly rejoice; and he who begets a wise child shall be glad.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/23.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will exult and leap for joy, and he that begets a wise son, and his father will rejoice in him.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/23.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; And he that begetteth a wise child will have joy of him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/23.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A righteous father brings up <i>his children</i> well; and his soul rejoices over a wise son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/23-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=4737" 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/23.htm">True Riches</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">23</span>Invest in truth and never sell it—in wisdom and instruction and understanding. <span class="reftext">24</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’ă·ḇî (N-msc) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">The father</a> <a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: ṣad·dîq (Adj-ms) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">of a righteous man</a> <a href="/hebrew/1523.htm" title="1523: gōl (V-Qal-InfAbs) -- To rejoice. Or guwl; a primitive root; properly, to spin round, i.e. Usually rejoice, or fear.">will greatly rejoice,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1523.htm" title="1523: yå̄·ḡōl (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To rejoice. Or guwl; a primitive root; properly, to spin round, i.e. Usually rejoice, or fear."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3205.htm" title="3205: yō·lēḏ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage.">and he who fathers</a> <a href="/hebrew/2450.htm" title="2450: ḥā·ḵām (Adj-ms) -- Wise. From chakam; wise.">a wise son</a> <a href="/hebrew/8055.htm" title="8055: wə·yiś·maḥ (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- Rejoice, be glad. A primitive root; probably to brighten up, i.e. be blithe or gleesome.">will delight in him.</a> <a href="/hebrew/8055.htm" title="8055: bōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- Rejoice, be glad. A primitive root; probably to brighten up, i.e. be blithe or gleesome."></a> </span><span class="reftext">25</span>May your father and mother be glad, and may she who gave you birth rejoice!…<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="/proverbs/10-1.htm">Proverbs 10:1</a></span><br />The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-20.htm">Proverbs 15:20</a></span><br />A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Proverbs 29:3</a></span><br />A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-21.htm">Proverbs 17:21</a></span><br />A man fathers a fool to his own grief; the father of a fool has no joy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-25.htm">Proverbs 17:25</a></span><br />A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to her who bore him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-13.htm">Proverbs 19:13</a></span><br />A foolish son is his father’s ruin, and a quarrelsome wife is like a constant dripping.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-26.htm">Proverbs 19:26</a></span><br />He who assaults his father or evicts his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7</a></span><br />A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-1.htm">Ephesians 6:1-3</a></span><br />Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. / “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), / “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-20.htm">Colossians 3:20</a></span><br />Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/20-12.htm">Exodus 20:12</a></span><br />Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/5-16.htm">Deuteronomy 5:16</a></span><br />Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that your days may be long and that it may go well with you in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-4.htm">Matthew 15:4</a></span><br />For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/15-20.htm">Luke 15:20-24</a></span><br />So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still in the distance, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him. / The son declared, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ / But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/3_john/1-4.htm">3 John 1:4</a></span><br />I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begets a wise child shall have joy of him.</p><p class="hdg">father</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/23-15.htm">Proverbs 23:15,16</a></b></br> My son, if thine heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/10-1.htm">Proverbs 10:1</a></b></br> The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son <i>is</i> the heaviness of his mother.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/15-20.htm">Proverbs 15:20</a></b></br> A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.</p><p class="hdg">shall have</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/philemon/1-19.htm">Philemon 1:19</a></b></br> I Paul have written <i>it</i> with mine own hand, I will repay <i>it</i>: albeit I do not say to thee how thou owest unto me even thine own self besides.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ezekiel/18-14.htm">Begets</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-21.htm">Begetteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-22.htm">Child</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-2.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-28.htm">Fathers</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-15.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-2.htm">Great</a> <a href="/psalms/145-3.htm">Greatly</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-16.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-16.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-15.htm">Rejoiceth</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-26.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-21.htm">Sires</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-29.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-19.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ezekiel/18-10.htm">Begets</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/5-14.htm">Begetteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">Child</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-17.htm">Delights</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-11.htm">Fathers</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-25.htm">Glad</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-5.htm">Great</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/9-13.htm">Greatly</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-25.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-25.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Rejoiceth</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-15.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/job/30-8.htm">Sires</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-31.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-5.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 23</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/23-1.htm">Consider carefully what is before you</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script><br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/proverbs/23.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div><b>The father of a righteous man</b><br />The term "father" in this context is not merely biological but also spiritual and moral. In Hebrew, the word for father is "אָב" (av), which signifies a source or origin. A father is seen as a guide and mentor, responsible for the upbringing and moral direction of his children. The "righteous man" refers to one who lives in accordance with God's laws and principles. Righteousness in Hebrew is "צַדִּיק" (tzaddik), which implies justice, morality, and adherence to divine commandments. The father of such a man experiences profound joy because his son embodies the values and teachings he has imparted, reflecting a life aligned with God's will.<p><b>will greatly rejoice</b><br />The phrase "will greatly rejoice" indicates an overwhelming sense of joy and satisfaction. The Hebrew root for rejoice is "שָׂמַח" (samach), which conveys a deep, exuberant happiness. This joy is not superficial but deeply rooted in the spiritual success and moral integrity of the son. In the cultural and historical context of ancient Israel, a father's honor and legacy were closely tied to the character and reputation of his offspring. Thus, the father's joy is both personal and communal, as his son's righteousness brings honor to the family and community.<p><b>and he who fathers a wise son</b><br />The act of "fathering" here extends beyond physical procreation to include nurturing, teaching, and guiding. The Hebrew word for "wise" is "חָכָם" (chakam), which encompasses not only intellectual acumen but also practical wisdom and discernment in living a life pleasing to God. Wisdom in the biblical sense is the application of knowledge in a way that honors God and benefits others. A wise son is one who makes prudent decisions, seeks understanding, and lives with integrity. The father who has successfully imparted wisdom to his son finds fulfillment in seeing his son navigate life with godly insight.<p><b>will delight in him</b><br />The word "delight" suggests a deep, abiding pleasure and satisfaction. In Hebrew, "delight" is "גִּיל" (gil), which implies a sense of exultation and gladness. This delight is not merely emotional but is rooted in the recognition of the son's wise choices and godly character. The father takes pride in his son's accomplishments and moral standing, knowing that his legacy of faith and wisdom will continue through his son. This delight is a testament to the father's successful role in shaping a son who honors God and contributes positively to society.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 24.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice.</span> The father of a righteous son who has won truth and profited by the possession has good cause to be glad (<a href="/proverbs/10-1.htm">Proverbs 10:1</a>). Septuagint erroneously, "A righteous father brings up children well." The second clause repeats the first in different words, with the further idea that the wise son affords his father practical proof of the excellence of his moral training. The contrast is seen in <a href="/proverbs/17-21.htm">Proverbs 17:21</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/23-24.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">The father</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲבִ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḇî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1.htm">Strong's 1: </a> </span><span class="str2">Father</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of a righteous man</span><br /><span class="heb">צַדִּ֑יק</span> <span class="translit">(ṣad·dîq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6662.htm">Strong's 6662: </a> </span><span class="str2">Just, righteous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will greatly rejoice,</span><br /><span class="heb">גִּ֣יל</span> <span class="translit">(gîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1523.htm">Strong's 1523: </a> </span><span class="str2">To spin round, rejoice, fear</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and he who fathers</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיוֹלֵ֥ד</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yō·w·lêḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3205.htm">Strong's 3205: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a wise son</span><br /><span class="heb">חָ֝כָ֗ם</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·ḵām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2450.htm">Strong's 2450: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wise</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will delight in him.</span><br /><span class="heb">יִשְׂמַח־</span> <span class="translit">(yiś·maḥ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8055.htm">Strong's 8055: </a> </span><span class="str2">To brighten up, be, blithe, gleesome</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/23-24.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 23:24 The father of the righteous has great (Prov. 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