Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child; `But' the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Foolish ways are deep-seated in the heart of a child, but the rod of punishment will send them far from him.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

Folly is bound in the heart of a child; the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.

World English Bible (WEB)

Folly is bound up in the heart of a child: The rod of discipline drives it far from him.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Folly is bound up in the heart of a youth, The rod of chastisement putteth it far from him.