6
He has left behind him an avenger against his enemies, and one to repay the kindness of his friends.
7
Whoever spoils his son will bind up his wounds, and will suffer heartache at every cry.
8
An unbroken horse turns out stubborn, and an unchecked son turns out headstrong.
9
Pamper a child, and he will terrorize you; play with him, and he will grieve you.
10
Do not laugh with him, or you will have sorrow with him, and in the end you will gnash your teeth.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.