(Proverbs 13:24) Therefore, “the rod of discipline” should never be abusive​—emotionally or physically.* (Proverbs 22:15; 29:15) Discipline that is rigid or harsh with no sense of love is an abuse of parental authority and can crush a child’s spirit.
(Proverbio 13:24) Gapuna, “ti pagbaut ti disiplina” ket saan koma a pulos nga abusado—iti emosional wenno pisikal. * (Proverbio 22:15; 29:15) Ti disiplina a nainget unay wenno naulpit ken di nabuyogan iti ayat ket panangabuso iti autoridad dagiti nagannak ken dadaelenna ti espiritu ti ubing.