Proverbs 22:15-17
English Standard Version Anglicised
15 Folly is bound up in the heart of a child,
but (A)the rod of discipline drives it far from him.
16 Whoever oppresses the poor to increase his own wealth,
or gives to the rich, (B)will only come to poverty.
Words of the Wise
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Proverbs 22:15-17
New International Version
15 Folly is bound up in the heart of a child,
but the rod of discipline will drive it far away.(A)
16 One who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth
and one who gives gifts to the rich—both come to poverty.
Thirty Sayings of the Wise
Saying 1
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