Ben Sira 30:1-8

1 He that loveth his son causeth him oft to feel the rod, that he may have joy in him in the end.

2 He that chastiseth his son shall have joy in him, and shall rejoice in him among his acquaintances.

3 He that teacheth his son grieveth the enemy, and before his friends he shall rejoice in him.

4 Though his father die, yet he is as though he were not dead, for he hath left one behind him that is like himself.

5 While he lived, he saw and rejoiced in him; and when he died, he was not sorrowful.

6 He left behind him an avenger against his enemies, and one that shall requite kindness to his friends.

7 He that maketh too much of his son shall bind up his wounds, and his conscience will be troubled at every cry.

8 A horse not broken becometh headstrong, and a child left to himself will be willful.