Proverbs 22:15-17

New Living Translation

¹⁵A youngster’s heart is filled with foolishness,
but physical discipline will drive it far away.

¹⁶A person who gets ahead by oppressing the poor
or by showering gifts on the rich will end in poverty.

¹⁷Listen to the words of the wise;
apply your heart to my instruction.

Proverbs 22:15-17

New International Version

¹⁵Folly is bound up in the heart of a child,
but the rod of discipline will drive it far away.^(A)

¹⁶One who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth
and one who gives gifts to the rich—both come to poverty.

¹⁷Pay attention^(B) and turn your ear to the sayings of the wise;^(C)
apply your heart to what I teach,^(D)

New Living Translation (NLT)

New International Version (NIV)