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Proverbs 3:12

New American Bible - revised edition

For whom the Lord loves he reproves, as a father, the son he favors.

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As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him.

Blessed the one whom you guide, Lord, whom you teach by your instruction,

Whoever spares the rod hates the child, but whoever loves will apply discipline.

Discipline your children, and they will bring you comfort, and give delight to your soul.

So you must know in your heart that, even as a man disciplines his son, so the Lord, your God, disciplines you.

for whom the Lord loves, he disciplines; he scourges every son he acknowledges.”

Those whom I love, I reprove and chastise. Be earnest, therefore, and repent.