Proverbs 17:25-27

The Message

²⁵A surly, stupid child is sheer pain to a father,
a bitter pill for a mother to swallow.

²⁶It’s wrong to penalize good behavior,
or make good citizens pay for the crimes of others.

²⁷The one who knows much says little;
an understanding person remains calm.

Proverbs 17:25-27

New International Version

²⁵A foolish son brings grief to his father
and bitterness to the mother who bore him.^(A)

²⁶If imposing a fine on the innocent is not good,^(B)
surely to flog honest officials is not right.

²⁷The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint,^(C)
and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.^(D)

The Message (MSG)

New International Version (NIV)