Ben Sira 30:1-7

1 He who loves his son will whip him often, in order that he may rejoice at the way he turns out.

2 He who disciplines his son will profit by him, and will boast of him among acquaintances.

3 He who teaches his son will make his enemies envious, and will glory in him in the presence of friends.

4 The father may die, and yet he is not dead, for he has left behind him one like himself;

5 while alive he saw and rejoiced, and when he died he was not grieved;

6 he has left behind him an avenger against his enemies, and one to repay the kindness of his friends.

7 He who spoils his son will bind up his wounds, and his feelings will be troubled at every cry.