24 He who (A)withholds his [a]rod hates his son,
But he who loves him [b](B)disciplines him diligently.
25 The (C)righteous [c]has enough to satisfy his appetite,
But the stomach of the (D)wicked is in need.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 13:24 I.e. correction or discipline
  2. Proverbs 13:24 Lit seeks him diligently with discipline
  3. Proverbs 13:25 Lit eats to the satisfaction of his soul