24 He that spareth his rod hateth his son; But he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:24

Commentary on Proverbs 13:24

(Read Proverbs 13:24)

He acts as if he hated his child, who, by false indulgence, permits sinful habits to gather strength, which will bring sorrow here, and misery hereafter.