15 A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom, but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.

Other Translations of Proverbs 29:15

King James Version

15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.

English Standard Version

15 The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.

The Message

15 Wise discipline imparts wisdom; spoiled adolescents embarrass their parents.

New King James Version

15 The rod and rebuke give wisdom, But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.

New Living Translation

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.