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¹⁰Do not remove an ancient landmark
or encroach on the fields of orphans,
¹¹for their redeemer is strong;
he will plead their cause against you.
¹²Apply your mind to instruction
and your ear to words of knowledge.
¹³Do not withhold discipline from your children;
if you beat them with a rod, they will not die.
¹⁴If you beat them with the rod,
you will save their lives from Sheol.
¹⁵My child, if your heart is wise,
my heart too will be glad.
¹⁶My soul will rejoice
when your lips speak what is right.
¹⁷Do not let your heart envy sinners,
but always continue in the fear of the Lord.
¹⁸Surely there is a future,
and your hope will not be cut off.