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The correction of children is a significant theme in the Bible, emphasizing the importance of discipline and guidance in the upbringing of young ones. The Scriptures provide numerous insights and instructions on how parents and guardians should approach the correction of children, highlighting both the necessity and the manner of such discipline.

Biblical Foundation

The Bible underscores the importance of correcting children as an expression of love and concern for their well-being. Proverbs 13:24 states, "He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently." This verse suggests that discipline is an essential component of parental love, aiming to guide children towards righteousness and wisdom.

Similarly, Proverbs 22:15 notes, "Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline will drive it far from him." This passage implies that children are naturally inclined towards folly, and it is through correction that they learn to make wise choices.

Purpose of Correction

The primary purpose of correcting children is to instill wisdom and moral integrity. Proverbs 29:15 asserts, "A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left undisciplined disgraces his mother." The goal of discipline is not merely punitive but educational, aiming to develop a child's character and understanding.

Furthermore, Hebrews 12:11 reflects on the long-term benefits of discipline: "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." This verse highlights that while correction may be uncomfortable, it ultimately produces positive outcomes in the lives of children.

Manner of Correction

The Bible also provides guidance on the manner in which correction should be administered. Ephesians 6:4 advises, "Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath; instead, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." This instruction emphasizes the need for correction to be carried out in a way that is nurturing and not exasperating, ensuring that it aligns with the teachings of the Lord.

Colossians 3:21 echoes this sentiment: "Fathers, do not provoke your children, so they will not become discouraged." The emphasis here is on maintaining a balance between discipline and encouragement, ensuring that correction does not lead to a child's discouragement or resentment.

Role of Parents

Parents are seen as the primary agents of correction, entrusted with the responsibility of guiding their children in the ways of the Lord. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 instructs, "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." This passage underscores the continuous and proactive role parents must play in the moral and spiritual education of their children.

Conclusion

The correction of children, as outlined in the Bible, is a vital aspect of their upbringing, aimed at fostering wisdom, righteousness, and peace. Through loving and balanced discipline, parents are called to guide their children in accordance with biblical principles, ensuring their growth into responsible and godly individuals.

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Proverbs 13:24
He that spares his rod hates his son: but he that loves him chastens him betimes.
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Proverbs 19:18
Chasten your son while there is hope, and let not your soul spare for his crying.
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Proverbs 22:15
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.
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Proverbs 23:13,14
Withhold not correction from the child: for if you beat him with the rod, he shall not die.
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Proverbs 29:15,17
The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself brings his mother to shame.
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Ephesians 6:4
And, you fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
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Colossians 3:21
Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.
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Greek

3809. paideia -- the rearing of a child, training, discipline
... Spelling: (pahee-di'-ah) Short Definition: discipline Definition: discipline; training
and education of children, hence: instruction; chastisement, correction. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3809.htm - 7k

Library

Whether it is Lawful for Parents to Strike their Children, or ...
... spiritual almsdeeds, as stated above ([2909]Q[32], A[2]). If, therefore, it is lawful
for parents to strike their children for the sake of correction, for the ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether it is lawful for 4.htm

Of the Reasons for Administering Correction to Bad and Good ...
... of God.Book I. Chapter 9."Of the Reasons for Administering Correction to Bad ... only
the weaker brethren who enjoy married life, and have children (or desire to ...
//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/city of god/chapter 9 of the reasons for.htm

Home-Discipline.
... We should correct, but not punish our children. Correction is not the mere execution
of legal penalties as such, but the fruit of Christian love and concern ...
/.../philips/the christian home/chapter xix home-discipline.htm

Petilianus Said: "Blessed are the Peacemakers; for they Shall be ...
... But the war which the spiritual wage is that correction which is in love ... the words,
"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God.". ...
/.../chapter 69 153 petilianus.htm

Look not Upon Me Because I am Dark-Colored, Because the Sun Hath ...
... My mother's children beholding me thus black, sought to compel me to resume my ... inward,
and hence not being able to apply herself to the correction of certain ...
//christianbookshelf.org/guyon/song of songs of solomon/5 look not upon me.htm

Whether the Precept of Fraternal Correction Demands that a Private ...
... Objection 1: It would seem that the precept of fraternal correction does not demand
that a ... Eph.5:1,2: "Be ye followers of God, as most dear children, and walk ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the precept of fraternal.htm

How Like the Prophecy About Christ in the 89Th Psalm is to the ...
... found any sins which required to be divinely restrained by human correction, mercy
being ... said, "iniquity of Him," but in the psalm, "of His children," that we ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 9 how like the prophecy.htm

The Ten Lepers
... spite. His punishments are not revenge, but correction; and, as a father,
he chastises his children, not to harm, but to bless them. ...
/.../kingsley/town and country sermons/sermon xxviii the ten lepers.htm

A Prayer when one Begins to be Sick.
... thou offerest thyself unto me as unto a son; and that all that continue in sin,
and yet escape without correction, whereof all thy children are partakers, are ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/bayly/the practice of piety/a prayer when one begins.htm

"Conquer the Child's Will"
... the understanding is a work of time and must with children proceed by slow ... For by
neglecting timely correction, they will contract a stubbornness and obstinacy ...
/.../wesley/the journal of john wesley/conquer the childs will.htm