What does Proverbs 29:17 mean?

Proverbs 29:17 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 29:17 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.

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

16When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.

17Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.

18Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

19A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.

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