Proverbs 29:17

17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; he shall give delight unto thy soul.

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 reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself shall bring his mother to shame.

16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases, but the righteous shall see their fall.

17 Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; he shall give delight unto thy soul.

18 Without prophetic vision, the people shall perish, but he that keeps the law is blessed.

19 A slave will not be corrected by words, for though he understands he will not obey.