Proverbs 29:17

17 Instruct your children; they will give you peace of mind and bring delight into your life.

Proverbs 29:17 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 29:17

Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest
Ease of mind, satisfaction and contentment, freedom from all anxious thoughts and cares; the correction being taken in good part, and succeeding according to wish and design; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul;
by his tenderness to his parents, obedience to them, and respect for them; by his prudent behaviour among men; by his sobriety, diligence, and industry in his calling; by his fear of God, and walking in his ways; than which nothing can give a greater delight and pleasure to religious parents.

Proverbs 29:17 In-Context

15 The rod and correction lead to wisdom, but children out of control shame their mothers.
16 When the wicked become numerous, so do crimes; the righteous will see their downfall.
17 Instruct your children; they will give you peace of mind and bring delight into your life.
18 When there's no vision, the people get out of control, but whoever obeys instruction is happy.
19 Servants aren't disciplined by words; they might understand, but they don't respond.
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