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Proverbs 13:24 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Proverbs 13:24 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 13 verse 24 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.”
Proverbs 13:24 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 13:24
He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes. This proverb presents a stark truth about parental discipline that confronts modern sentimentality. The Hebrew word chosek (חֹשֵׂךְ, "spareth") literally means "withholds" or "restrains," indicating deliberate refusal to discipline. The "rod" (shebeto, שִׁבְטוֹ) represents parental authority and corrective discipline, not abusive violence.The shocking assertion that withholding discipline equals hatred (sone'o, שֹׂנְאוֹ) reveals that true love acts for the child's long-term welfare, not temporary comfort. Co...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 13:24
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“and he will give you peace; yes”
“he will not die.”
“but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.”
“for there is hope; don't be a willing party to his death.”
“he chastens”
“Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”
“he reproves; even as a father reproves the son in whom he delights.”
“οἱ δὲ εἰς ἐμὲ ἁμαρτάνοντες ἀσεβοῦσιν τὰς ἑαυτῶν ψυχάς καὶ οἱ μισοῦντές με ἀγαπῶσιν θάνατον”