Proverbs 23:24

24 The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.

Proverbs 23:24 in Other Translations

KJV
24 The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.
ESV
24 The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who fathers a wise son will be glad in him.
NLT
24 The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure to have children who are wise.
MSG
24 Parents rejoice when their children turn out well; wise children become proud parents.
CSB
24 The father of a righteous son will rejoice greatly, and one who fathers a wise son will delight in him.

Proverbs 23:24 In-Context

22 Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.
23 Buy the truth and do not sell it— wisdom, instruction and insight as well.
24 The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.
25 May your father and mother rejoice; may she who gave you birth be joyful!
26 My son, give me your heart and let your eyes delight in my ways,

Cross References 1

  • 1. S ver 15-16; Proverbs 10:1; Proverbs 15:20
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