Lux Domini
The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.

What does Proverbs 29:15 mean?

Parents must consider the benefit of due correction, and the mischief of undue indulgence.

Key themes

Anxiety and fearWisdomJustice and mercyFear of the Lord

Read with

Keep this verse inside Proverbs 29:15-16 and alongside a few nearby related passages.