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Proverbs 29:15

The rod and its correction distribute wisdom. But the child who is left to his own will, brings shame to his mother
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King James Version

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

English Standard Version

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

New International Version

The rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.