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13 The rahsh (pauper) and the oppressor have this in common: Hashem enlighteneth both their eynayim.

14 If Melech shofet be’emes (judges in truth) the dalim, his kisse shall be established forever.

15 The shevet (rod) and tokhakhat (reproof) give chochmah, but a na’ar (child) left to himself bringeth immo to shame.

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13 The poor and the oppressor have this in common:
    The Lord gives sight to the eyes of both.(A)

14 If a king judges the poor with fairness,
    his throne will be established forever.(B)

15 A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom,
    but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.(C)

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