Discipline your son while there is hope. Do not set your heart on his death.
He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent with discipline.
A rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.
Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but a rod of discipline will drive it far from him.
Correct your son and he will give you rest. He will bring delight to your soul.
One with great rage will pay a penalty. For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again.
“Suppose a man has a stubborn and rebellious son who does not listen to the voice of his father or mother. They discipline him, but he does not listen to them.
Like a city whose walls are broken down is one with no control over his temper.