Proverbs 13:24 meaning and explanation
He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently.
Proverbs 13:24, Berean Standard Bible
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This verse comes from a collection of wise sayings in Proverbs, where a father instructs a son in the fear of the Lord. The "rod" was a common image in the ancient world for correction, and the saying uses strong contrast to make its point: withholding discipline is not kindness but neglect, while loving a child means guiding them firmly.
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