Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them. New Living Translation Those who spare the rod of discipline hate their children. Those who love their children care enough to discipline them. English Standard Version Whoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him. Berean Standard Bible He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently. King James Bible He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. New King James Version He who spares his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him promptly. New American Standard Bible He who withholds his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him diligently. NASB 1995 He who withholds his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him diligently. NASB 1977 He who spares his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him diligently. Legacy Standard Bible He who holds back his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him diligently. Amplified Bible He who withholds the rod [of discipline] hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines and trains him diligently and appropriately [with wisdom and love]. Christian Standard Bible The one who will not use the rod hates his son, but the one who loves him disciplines him diligently. Holman Christian Standard Bible The one who will not use the rod hates his son, but the one who loves him disciplines him diligently. American Standard Version He that spareth his rod hateth his son; But he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. Contemporary English Version If you love your children, you will correct them; if you don't love them, you won't correct them. English Revised Version He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. GOD'S WORD® Translation Whoever refuses to spank his son hates him, but whoever loves his son disciplines him from early on. Good News Translation If you don't punish your children, you don't love them. If you do love them, you will correct them. International Standard Version Whoever does not discipline his son hates him, but whoever loves him is diligent to correct him. Majority Standard Bible He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently. NET Bible The one who spares his rod hates his child, but the one who loves his child is diligent in disciplining him. New Heart English Bible One who spares the rod hates his son, but one who loves him is careful to discipline him. Webster's Bible Translation He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. World English Bible One who spares the rod hates his son, but one who loves him is careful to discipline him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhoever is sparing his rod is hating his son, "" And whoever is loving him has hurried his discipline. Young's Literal Translation Whoso is sparing his rod is hating his son, And whoso is loving him hath hastened him chastisement. Smith's Literal Translation He withholding his rod hates his son: and he loving him, sought correction for him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe that spareth the rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him correcteth him betimes. Catholic Public Domain Version He who spares the rod hates his son. But he who loves him urgently instructs him. New American Bible Whoever spares the rod hates the child, but whoever loves will apply discipline. New Revised Standard Version Those who spare the rod hate their children, but those who love them are diligent to discipline them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe who spares his rod hates his son; but he who loves his son disciplines him diligently. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Everyone that spares concerning his rod, hates his son, and he that loves his son disciplines him earnestly. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917He that spareth his rod hateth his son; But he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. Brenton Septuagint Translation He that spares the rod hates his son: but he that loves, carefully chastens him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Father's Discipline…23Abundant food is in the fallow ground of the poor, but without justice it is swept away. 24He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently. 25A righteous man eats to his heart’s content, but the stomach of the wicked is empty.… Cross References Hebrews 12:5-11 And you have forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons: “My son, do not take lightly the discipline of the Lord, and do not lose heart when He rebukes you. / For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives.” / Endure suffering as discipline; God is treating you as sons. For what son is not disciplined by his father? ... Ephesians 6:4 Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath; instead, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. Colossians 3:21 Fathers, do not provoke your children, so they will not become discouraged. Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 19:18 Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; do not be party to his death. Deuteronomy 8:5 So know in your heart that just as a man disciplines his son, so the LORD your God disciplines you. Revelation 3:19 Those I love I rebuke and discipline. Therefore be earnest and repent. Proverbs 23:13-14 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. 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, Proverbs 29:15 A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother. Proverbs 29:17 Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul. 1 Corinthians 11:32 But when we are judged by the Lord, we are being disciplined so that we will not be condemned with the world. Psalm 94:12 Blessed is the man You discipline, O LORD, and teach from Your law, Job 5:17 Blessed indeed is the man whom God corrects; so do not despise the discipline of the Almighty. Proverbs 3:11-12 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. Treasury of Scripture He that spares his rod hates his son: but he that loves him chastens him betimes. Proverbs 3:12 For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth. Proverbs 8:36 But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death. Proverbs 19:18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying. Jump to Previous Betimes Care Careful Chasteneth Chastisement Diligent Diligently Discipline Disciplines Gives Hastened Hates Hateth Hating Keeps Loves Punishment Rod Spares Spareth Sparing Unkind WithholdsJump to Next Betimes Care Careful Chasteneth Chastisement Diligent Diligently Discipline Disciplines Gives Hastened Hates Hateth Hating Keeps Loves Punishment Rod Spares Spareth Sparing Unkind WithholdsProverbs 13 1. a scoffer does not listen to rebukeHe who spares the rod hates his son This phrase emphasizes the importance of discipline in child-rearing. In ancient Israel, the "rod" was a common tool for shepherds, used to guide and protect sheep, symbolizing authority and correction. The use of the rod here is metaphorical, representing the necessity of corrective discipline. The idea is that failing to discipline a child is akin to neglect, which can lead to a lack of moral and spiritual development. This concept is echoed in other scriptures, such as Proverbs 22:15 and Proverbs 23:13-14, which stress the importance of discipline in imparting wisdom and preventing folly. The cultural context of the time viewed discipline as an expression of love and concern for the child's future well-being. but he who loves him disciplines him diligently Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs often provide practical guidance for living a life that honors God. 2. The Father and Son This verse metaphorically represents the relationship between a parent and child, emphasizing the importance of discipline in nurturing a child's growth and character. 3. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical context of ancient Israel, where family and community life were central, and discipline was a key aspect of upbringing. Teaching Points The Purpose of DisciplineDiscipline is an expression of love and care. It is not about punishment but about guiding a child towards wisdom and righteousness. The Balance of Love and Correction Effective discipline involves a balance of love and correction. It should be administered with the child's best interest in mind, aiming to build character and understanding. The Consequences of Neglecting Discipline Failing to discipline can lead to a lack of respect for authority and poor decision-making. It is crucial for parents to understand the long-term impact of their approach to discipline. Discipline as a Reflection of God's Love Just as God disciplines those He loves, parents are called to reflect this divine love through their discipline, teaching children about God's nature and His expectations. Cultural and Historical Context Understanding the cultural context of ancient Israel can help modern readers appreciate the importance placed on discipline and the family structure in biblical times.(24) Betimes.--While he may yet be influenced rightly, and before faults are rooted in him.Verse 24. - He that spareth his rod hateth his son. Correction of children is a great point with our author (see Proverbs 19:18; Proverbs 22:15; Proverbs 23:13, etc.; Proverbs 29:15, 17). So Ecclus. 30:1, "He that loveth his son causeth him oft to feel the rod, that he may have joy of him in the end." Dukes, "Gold must be beaten, and a boy needs blows" ('Rabbin. Blumenlese,' 71). Chasteneth him betimes; literally, early in the morning (Proverbs 1:28; Proverbs 8:17), which may mean, in the morning of life, ere evil habits have time to grow, or directly after the offence. Or the expression may signify "diligently." Vulgate, instanter; Septuagint, ἐπιμελῶς. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He who sparesחוֹשֵׂ֣ךְ (ḥō·w·śêḵ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 2820: To restrain, refrain, to refuse, spare, preserve, to observe the rod שִׁ֭בְטוֹ (ḇə·ṭōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7626: Rod, staff, club, scepter, tribe hates שׂוֹנֵ֣א (śō·w·nê) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 8130: To hate his son, בְנ֑וֹ (ḇə·nōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son but he who loves him וְ֝אֹהֲב֗וֹ (wə·’ō·hă·ḇōw) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 157: To have affection f disciplines him מוּסָֽר׃ (mū·sār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4148: Chastisement, reproof, warning, instruction, restraint diligently. שִֽׁחֲר֥וֹ (ši·ḥă·rōw) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 7836: To dawn, be, early at any task, to search for Links Proverbs 13:24 NIVProverbs 13:24 NLT Proverbs 13:24 ESV Proverbs 13:24 NASB Proverbs 13:24 KJV Proverbs 13:24 BibleApps.com Proverbs 13:24 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 13:24 Chinese Bible Proverbs 13:24 French Bible Proverbs 13:24 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 13:24 One who spares the rod hates his (Prov. 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