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Proverbs 3:12
For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
Proverbs 3:12 · King James Version
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Proverbs 3:12 in other translations
for the LORD disciplines the one He loves, as does a father the son in whom he delights.
for whom the LORD loves, he corrects, even as a father reproves the son in whom he delights.
for whom the Lord loves, he reproves; even as a father reproves the son in whom he delights.
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In context
9 Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
10 So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.
11 My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:
12 For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
13 Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding.
14 For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
15 She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her.
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