Proverbs 3:12
for Yahweh disciplines those he loves, 1 as a father deals with a son who pleases him. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
In Context
11My son, do not despise Yahweh's instruction 1 and do not hate his rebuke, 1
13The one who finds wisdom is blessed; 1 he also gets understanding. 1
Cross References
Deuteronomy 8:5You will think about in your heart, how, as a man disciplines his son, so Yahweh your God disciplines you.
Proverbs 13:24The one who does not discipline his son hates him, 1 but one who loves his son is careful to instruct him. 1
Revelation 3:19I train everyone whom I love, and I teach them how they should live. Therefore, be earnest and repent.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 3:8-13
Consecration to God. 7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord , and depart from evil. 8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. 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. We have… Read the whole commentary →