Proverbs 3:12

The English Standar Version

for the LORD reproves him whom he loves, as a father the son in whom he delights.

Cross References

Psalm 103:13

As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him.

Psalm 94:12

Blessed is the man whom you discipline, O LORD, and whom you teach out of your law,

Proverbs 13:24

Whoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him.[5]

Proverbs 29:17

Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will give delight to your heart.

Deuteronomy 8:5

Know then in your heart that, as a man disciplines his son, the LORD your God disciplines you.

Hebrews 12:6

For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives."

Revelation 3:19

Those whom I love, I reprove and discipline, so be zealous and repent.