American Standard Version
"A servant that dealeth wisely shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, And shall have part in the inheritance among the brethren. "
— Proverbs 17:2, American Standard Version
“A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.”
“A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who causes shame, and shall have a part in the inheritance among the brothers.”
“A servant who acts wisely will rule over an heir who behaves shamefully, and will share the inheritance along with the relatives.”
“A wise servant shall rule over foolish sons, and shall divide the inheritance among the brethren.”
“A servant who does wisely will have rule over a son causing shame, and will have his part in the heritage among brothers.”
“A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.”
Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, Than a house full of feasting with strife.
A servant that dealeth wisely shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, And shall have part in the inheritance among the brethren.
The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold; But Jehovah trieth the hearts.
An evil-doer giveth heed to wicked lips; Anda liar giveth ear to a mischievous tongue.
Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker; Andhe that is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.