Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, so that I can answer him who taunts me.
The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.
Then I can answer him who taunts, for I trust in Your word.
My son, if your heart is wise, my own heart will indeed rejoice.
The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him.
I was overjoyed to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father has commanded us.
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.
I hated all for which I had toiled under the sun, because I must leave it to the man who comes after me.
A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are children born in one’s youth.
I, Paul, write this with my own hand. I will repay it—not to mention that you owe me your very self.
I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.