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He who becomes the father of a fool grieves. The father of a fool has no joy.
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A Rebellious Child, Not an Idiot
Commentators clarify that the "fool" in this verse is not a person with an intellectual disability but a morally rebellious and wicked child. John Gill explains this refers to a son who "despises all parental counsels and advice" and pursues sin, causing heartbreak for his parents.
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19th Century
Anglican
He that begetteth a fool (khesîl). See above, on Proverbs 1:32.
The father of a fool (nâbhâl). See above,…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He that begets a fool [does it] to his sorrow As it proves in the issue; though it was joy to him when a man child w…
Presbyterian
This speaks very plainly what many wise and good men feel very strongly, how grievous it is to have a foolish, wicked child.
