Proverbs 19:26

The Message

Kids who lash out against their parents are an embarrassment and disgrace.

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Wise son, glad father; stupid son, sad mother.

Make hay while the sun shines—that’s smart; go fishing during harvest—that’s stupid.

A wise servant takes charge of an unruly child and is honored as one of the family.

A surly, stupid child is sheer pain to a father, a bitter pill for a mother to swallow.

If you quit listening, dear child, and strike off on your own, you’ll soon be out of your depth.

A tenderhearted person lives a blessed life; a hardhearted person lives a hard life.

Anyone who robs father and mother and says, “So, what’s wrong with that?” is worse than a pirate.

Practice God’s law—get a reputation for wisdom; hang out with a loose crowd—embarrass your family.

Don’t curse your father or fail to bless your mother.

An eye that disdains a father and despises a mother— that eye will be plucked out by wild vultures and consumed by young eagles.