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He has left someone to take vengeance on his enemies and to return the favors he owes his friends.
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But anyone who spoils his son will have to bandage his wounds. His heart will stop every time he hears a shout.
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An untamed horse is going to be stubborn, and an undisciplined son is no different.
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If you pamper your child and play with him, he will be a disappointment and a source of grief.
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Laugh with him now, and one day you will have to cry over him, grinding your teeth in regret.
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Don't give him freedom while he is young, and don't overlook what he does wrong.
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Whip him while he is still a child, and make him respect your authority. If you don't, he will be stubborn and disobedient and cause you nothing but sorrow.
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So discipline your son and give him work to do, or else he will be an embarrassment to you.
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It is better to be poor, but strong and healthy, than to be rich, but in poor health.
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A sound, healthy body and a cheerful attitude are more valuable than gold and jewels.
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Nothing can make you richer or give you greater happiness than those two things.