Proverbs 19:18
“Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Chasten thy son while there is hope,.... Of guiding and keeping him in the right way, as long as corrections are or can…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
While there is hope - While he is still young, and capable of being reformed. Crying - Better, as in the margin, Do not…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714
Parents are here cautioned against a foolish indulgence of their children that are untoward and viciously inclined, and…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
while R.V. seeing:i.e. for if done now it will not be too late.
let not thy soul spare for his crying Rather, set not…
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