3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.

Other Translations of Proverbs 29:3

New International Version

3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

English Standard Version

3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

The Message

3 If you love wisdom, you'll delight your parents, but you'll destroy their trust if you run with whores.

New King James Version

3 Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth.

New Living Translation

3 The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:3

Commentary on Proverbs 29:3

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Divine wisdom best keeps us from ruinous lusts.

18 Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.

Other Translations of Proverbs 19:18

New International Version

18 Discipline your children, for in that there is hope; do not be a willing party to their death.

English Standard Version

18 Discipline your son, for there is hope; do not set your heart on putting him to death.

The Message

18 Discipline your children while you still have the chance; indulging them destroys them.

New King James Version

18 Chasten your son while there is hope, And do not set your heart on his destruction.

New Living Translation

18 Discipline your children while there is hope. Otherwise you will ruin their lives.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 19:18

Commentary on Proverbs 19:18

(Read Proverbs 19:18)

When parents keep under foolish tenderness, they do their best to render children a comfort to them, and happy in themselves.