Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.

Bible References

General references

Proverbs 13:24
He withholding his rod hates his son: and he loving him, sought correction for him.
Proverbs 20:11
Also a youth shall be known by his doings, if pure and straight his work.
Proverbs 23:14
Thou shalt strike him with the rod, and thou shalt deliver his soul from hades.
Proverbs 29:17
Correct thy son and he shall cause thee to rest, and he shall give delight to thy soul.