Proverbs 15:20
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.
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Proverbs 10:1
The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.

Proverbs 23:15, 16
My son, if your heart is wise, my own heart will indeed rejoice. . . .

Proverbs 29:3
A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

1 Kings 1:48
saying, 'May the LORD God of Israel be praised! Today He has provided one to sit on my throne, and my eyes have seen it.'"

1 Kings 2:9
Now therefore, do not hold him guiltless, for you are a wise man. You know what you ought to do to him to bring his gray head down to Sheol in blood."

1 Kings 5:7
When Hiram received Solomon's message, he rejoiced greatly and said, "Blessed be the LORD this day! He has given David a wise son over this great people!"

Philippians 2:22
But you know Timothy's proven worth, that as a child with his father he has served with me to advance the gospel.

despiseth

Proverbs 23:22
Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.

Proverbs 30:17
As for the eye that mocks a father and scorns obedience to a mother, may the ravens of the valley pluck it out and young vultures devour it.

Exodus 20:12
Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.

Leviticus 19:3
Each of you must respect his mother and father, and you must observe My Sabbaths. I am the LORD your God.

Parallel Verses
New American Standard Bible
A wise son makes a father glad, But a foolish man despises his mother.

King James Bible
A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.

International Standard Version
A wise son makes a father glad, but a foolish man despises his mother.

NET Bible
A wise child brings joy to his father, but a foolish person despises his mother.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
A wise son gladdens his father and a foolish son is the shame of his mother.
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