A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.
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Verse 20 is found in chapter 15 of Proverbs. The passage states that the Lord knows even Sheol and the heart, establishing a radical vision of human transparency before God. Joy, sorrow, patience, and pride are examined from this perspective. A wise son brings joy to his father, while a foolish one despises his mother. Wisdom therefore affects both inner life and family relationships.
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Ein weiser Sohn erfreut den Vater, und ein törichter Mensch ist seiner Mutter Schande.
El hijo sabio alegra al padre: Mas el hombre necio menosprecia a su madre.
Un fils sage fait la joie de son père, Et un homme insensé méprise sa mère.
Il figliuol savio rallegra il padre; Ma l’uomo stolto sprezza sua madre
O filho sábio alegra seu pai, mas o homem insensato despreza a sua mãe.
智慧之子使父親喜樂; 愚昧的人藐視母親。
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