World English Bible

Proverbs 23:13

“Don't withhold correction from a child. If you punish him with the rod, he will not die.”

Verse in context — Proverbs 23

for their Defender is strong. He will plead their case against you.

Apply your heart to instruction, and your ears to the words of knowledge.

Don't withhold correction from a child. If you punish him with the rod, he will not die.

Punish him with the rod, and save his soul from Sheol.

My son, if your heart is wise, then my heart will be glad, even mine:

Wisdom sayings for godly living and practical life.