Proverbs 22:15-17

GOD’S WORD Translation

¹⁵ Foolishness is firmly attached to a child’s heart.
Spanking will remove it far from him.
¹⁶ Oppressing the poor for profit
⌞or⌟ giving to the rich
certainly leads to poverty.

¹⁷ Open your ears, and hear the words of wise people,
and set your mind on the knowledge I give you.