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14 A king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.

15 The rod and reproof give wisdom; but a child left [to himself] bringeth his mother to shame.

16 When the wicked increase, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall see their fall.

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

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

16 When the wicked thrive, so does sin,
    but the righteous will see their downfall.(C)

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