Solomon’s proverbs: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son, heartache to his mother.
Proverbs 27:11 - Christian Standard Bible Anglicised Be wise, my son, and bring my heart joy, so that I can answer anyone who taunts me. Dugang nga mga bersyonKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, That I may answer him that reproacheth me. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him who reproaches me [as having failed in my parental duty]. [Prov. 10:1; 23:15, 24.] American Standard Version (1901) My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, That I may answer him that reproacheth me. Common English Bible Be wise, my child, and make my heart glad, so I can answer those who insult me. Catholic Public Domain Version My son, study wisdom, and rejoice my heart, so that you may be able to respond to the one who reproaches. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version Study wisdom, my son, and make my heart joyful, that thou mayst give an answer to him that reproacheth. |
Solomon’s proverbs: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son, heartache to his mother.
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.
In his own eyes, a slacker is wiser than seven who can answer sensibly.
A sensible person sees danger and takes cover; the inexperienced keep going and are punished.
A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.
For I have great joy and encouragement from your love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you, brother.
I was very glad to find some of your children walking in truth, in keeping with a command we have received from the Father.