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Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
15 Folly is bound to the heart of a child; The rod of correction driveth it forth. Folly, i.e., pleasure in stupid tricks, silly sport, and foolish behaviour, is the portion of children as such; their heart is as yet childish, and folly is bound up in it. Education first driveth forth this childish, foolish nature (for, as Menander says: Ὁ μὴ δαρεὶς ἄνθρωπος οὐ παιδεύεται), and if effects this when it is unindulgently severe: the שׁבט מוּסר (vid., Pro 23:13) removeth אוּלת from the heart, for it imparts intelligence and makes wise (Pro 29:15). The lxx is right in rendering 16a: ἄνοια ἐξῆπται (from ἐξάπτειν) καρδίας νέου; but the Syr. has "here mangled the lxx, and in haste has read ἀνοίᾳ ἐξίπταται: folly makes the understanding of the child fly away" (Lagarde).
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
is bound--or firmly fixed. Chastisement deters from crime and so leads to reformation of principle.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child,.... That is, sin, the greatest of all folly; this is naturally in the heart of man; it is in the heart of a child, it is in him from his infancy; it is bound in his heart, it is rooted and riveted in him, being conceived in sin, and shapen in iniquity; it is what cleaves close to him, and he has a strong affection for and desire after: the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth, Gen 8:21; so that he is not easily brought off of sin, or becomes wise; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him; the rod used by parents, for the correction of sin and folly, is a means of making children wise, and of restraining the folly that is bound up in them; and of reclaiming them from those sinful ways, which the folly of their hearts leads them to, and so in some measure of driving it far from them.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
We have here two very sad considerations: - 1. That corruption is woven into our nature. Sin is foolishness; it is contrary both to our right reason and to our true interest. It is in the heart; there is an inward inclination to sin, to speak and act foolishly. It is in the heart of children; they bring it into the world with them; it is what they were shapen and conceived in. It is not only found there, but it is bound there; it is annexed to the heart (so some); vicious dispositions cleave closely to the soul, are bound to it as the cion to the stock into which it is grafted, which quite alters the property. There is a knot tied between the soul and sin, a true lover's knot; they two became one flesh. It is true of ourselves, it is true of our children, whom we have begotten in our own likeness. O God! thou knowest this foolishness. 2. That correction is necessary to the cure of it. It will not be got out by fair means and gentle methods; there must be strictness and severity, and that which will cause grief. Children need to be corrected, and kept under discipline, by their parents; and we all need to be corrected by our heavenly Father (Heb 12:6, Heb 12:7), and under the correction we must stroke down folly and kiss the rod.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
22:15 Wisdom is learned, not inherited or innate. It takes discipline to change foolishness into wisdom.
Proverbs 22:15
A Good Name
14The mouth of an adulteress is a deep pit; he who is under the wrath of the LORD will fall into it. 15Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline drives it far from him.
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(The Law of the Holy Spirit) God's House - a Three Story Building
By Zac Poonen6.2K49:09God's LoveLaw Of The Holy SpiritBuilding the ChurchPRO 22:15MAT 5:9JHN 17:23ACT 2:42ROM 8:1EPH 6:12COL 3:14HEB 10:241PE 3:71JN 4:18Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of building a godly life, home, and church, illustrating that the foundation of our lives must be rooted in the understanding of God's immense love for us, akin to how He loves Jesus. He shares personal experiences of overcoming feelings of inferiority and the necessity of surrendering every aspect of our lives to God to prevent the devil from gaining a foothold. Poonen stresses that a strong personal relationship with God and a loving home environment are essential before one can effectively contribute to the church. He encourages believers to focus on building a community of faith that reflects unity and love, rather than merely individual holiness. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to the church as the body of Christ, where believers work together in harmony to fulfill God's purpose.
(Biblical Family) Child Training
By Voddie Baucham5.7K49:20DEU 6:6PRO 13:24PRO 22:15PRO 23:13PRO 29:15MAT 6:33EPH 6:4In this video, the speaker emphasizes the importance of training and teaching others to preach the word of God effectively. He encourages a hands-on approach, where the speaker acts as a stranger and the trainee practices greeting and engaging with them. The speaker also discusses the concept of delayed obedience, highlighting the need for immediate obedience to God's commands. He shares a personal anecdote about confronting someone who was being disobedient and the impact it had on his son. Overall, the video emphasizes the importance of training and obedience in spreading the message of God.
Spirit Filled Family
By Zac Poonen4.5K1:24:45FamilyPRO 22:15EPH 5:19EPH 6:4EPH 6:9In this sermon, the speaker uses the analogy of a garden to illustrate the importance of putting effort into a marriage. He emphasizes the need for constant communication and teaching of Christian principles to children in everyday life. The speaker also highlights the significance of discipline in shaping a child's behavior. The ultimate goal is to create a home that reflects the atmosphere of heaven, where the bride (the wife) invites her beloved (Jesus Christ) into the garden (the marriage) to enjoy its pleasant fruits.
(Godly Home) Part 14 - the Bondage of Foolishness
By Denny Kenaston3.5K38:58Godly Home SeriesPRO 20:30PRO 22:15In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the root causes of a child's behavior rather than just addressing the surface-level actions. They highlight the verse from Proverbs 22:15 which states that foolishness is bound in the heart of a child, but correction can drive it away. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about their son's behavior and how they addressed both the act and the underlying heart issue. They also reference Proverbs 20:30, which speaks to the cleansing effect of discipline on the inward parts of a person. Overall, the sermon emphasizes the need to go beyond addressing behavior and instead focus on the heart and root causes.
(Basics) 52. Responsibilities of Parents and Children
By Zac Poonen2.4K13:10GEN 9:20PRO 22:15MAT 6:33JHN 19:26ACT 5:29EPH 6:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching children to obey the commandment of honoring their father and mother. He advises against punishing children for accidental mistakes, but emphasizes the need for discipline and punishment when they act in rebellion or anger. The speaker also highlights the significance of living according to God's plan for our lives, regardless of the length of our lifespan. He urges parents to prioritize teaching their children the values of God's kingdom, righteousness, uprightness, and honesty. The sermon concludes with a reminder for fathers to avoid provoking their children to anger and instead raise them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.
(Through the Bible) Proverbs 21-25
By Chuck Smith1.5K1:17:41PRO 21:1PRO 22:15PRO 22:17PRO 23:1PRO 23:27In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of listening to wise instruction and applying it to our lives. The main message is to trust in the Lord. The speaker also warns against oppressing the poor and advises caution when dining with rulers. The sermon encourages believers to persevere in their walk with God, even when they stumble, and to not rejoice in the misfortune of their enemies. The removal of impurities and wickedness is highlighted as a means to establish righteousness in God's kingdom.
12 the Rod Is Love
By Denny Kenaston1.2K46:06PRO 13:24PRO 19:18PRO 22:15PRO 23:13PRO 29:15PRO 29:17EPH 6:4COL 3:21HEB 12:5HEB 12:11This sermon emphasizes the importance of balancing love and discipline in parenting, focusing on the biblical perspective of using the rod to correct children with love. It highlights the significance of not sparing the rod out of love for the child's well-being, the need to start discipline early while there is hope, and the impact of proper correction on shaping children's character and understanding of God's love.
15. the Bondage of Foolishness
By Denny Kenaston1.1K43:36PRO 3:11PRO 13:24PRO 20:30PRO 22:15PRO 23:13PRO 29:15PRO 29:17EPH 6:4COL 3:21HEB 12:11This sermon delves into the concept of the 'bondage of foolishness' as described in Proverbs 22:15, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing the root causes of children's wrong behavior. It highlights the need for parents to discern and address silliness and foolishness in their children, guiding them towards righteousness and obedience through loving discipline. The sermon explores the impact of foolishness on children's conscience and the role of discipline in bringing clarity and revival to their hearts, ultimately leading to peace and joy.
13 a Sacred Exercise
By Denny Kenaston97145:03DEU 6:6PSA 127:3PRO 13:24PRO 22:6PRO 22:15PRO 29:15EPH 6:4COL 3:21HEB 12:11This sermon emphasizes the importance of loving discipline in parenting, highlighting the need for parents to approach spanking as a sacred exercise done in love and compassion. It addresses the dangers of spanking in anger and the significance of instructing, affirming, and praying with the child during the discipline process. The speaker encourages parents to follow God's example of discipline, focusing on building a close relationship with their children through correction and guidance.
Parenting: Raising Up Godly Leaders
By Shane Idleman141:01:30ParentingSpiritual LeadershipPSA 139:23PRO 3:11PRO 4:1PRO 13:24PRO 22:6PRO 22:15PRO 23:13MAT 11:28JHN 14:1COL 3:21Shane Idleman emphasizes the vital role of parenting in raising godly leaders, asserting that everyone influences someone, regardless of their parental status. He encourages listeners to embrace their roles as spiritual leaders, make tough decisions, and discipline their children with love and intention. Idleman highlights the importance of perseverance in parenting, leading by example, and the necessity of prayer in nurturing a godly family. He reassures those who feel regret about past parenting choices that God can restore and redeem their influence. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to prioritize spiritual growth and character development in the home.
The Salvation of Our Loved Ones Is Our First Responsibility and Last Obligation
By Arthur Vess0PRO 22:6PRO 22:15MAT 19:14EPH 6:41TI 4:12Arthur Vess emphasizes the double responsibility we have for our loved ones' salvation, highlighting the urgency of winning them to Christ while they are young and tender. He stresses the importance of putting forth effort, regardless of the difficulty, to ensure our loved ones are not lost for eternity. Vess shares the story of a mother who prayed all her children into the Kingdom, underscoring the power of prayer in influencing the salvation of our loved ones. He urges parents to lead by example in religious matters, knowing that despite our faults, our loved ones will allow more for us than others.
Teaching
By John Follette0PRO 13:18PRO 15:5PRO 22:6PRO 22:15PRO 29:15HEB 12:6John Follette emphasizes the importance of training children in the way they should go, highlighting the need to go beyond just telling them what to do. He explains the process of telling, teaching, and training, stressing the significance of not just telling a child but also teaching and training them in the lessons. Just as a pianist needs to be taught and trained in music to become skilled, children need to be drilled and trained in the lessons they learn. The sermon draws parallels between earthly education and spiritual growth, emphasizing the need for practical application in training to ensure that the lessons become an integral part of one's life.
She Hugs Her Young Ones to Death
By Thomas Brooks0Parental DisciplineSpiritual GuidancePRO 13:24PRO 22:15PRO 23:13Thomas Brooks emphasizes the necessity of parental correction in his sermon 'She Hugs Her Young Ones to Death.' He warns that failing to discipline children can lead to their spiritual demise, comparing negligent parents to an ape that hugs its young to death. Brooks cites Proverbs 23:13-14, explaining that the rod of correction is essential to prevent folly and misery in children, and that it is a divine ordinance meant to guide them away from sin. He illustrates the consequences of neglecting this duty through the examples of Eli and David, who lost their sons due to their fondness and lack of discipline. Ultimately, Brooks asserts that true love for a child involves consistent and prayerful correction.
Every Age and Degree of Understanding
By St. Benedict of Nursia0PRO 13:24PRO 22:15EPH 6:4HEB 12:11St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of discipline tailored to different ages and levels of understanding. He suggests that for individuals like boys, adolescents, or those who may not grasp the severity of excommunication, severe fasts or harsh beatings may be necessary to correct their behavior and bring about a change.
But the Great Question Remains: How Shall We Win Our Loved Ones to Christ?
By Arthur Vess0PRO 13:24PRO 22:6PRO 22:15MAT 6:331CO 7:16EPH 6:4COL 3:201TI 5:8HEB 12:111PE 3:1Arthur Vess emphasizes the importance of ensuring our own right relationship with Christ before guiding others. He stresses the need for a vibrant Christian life to influence loved ones positively and lead them to Christ through prayer, fasting, and a radiant trust in God. Vess highlights the significance of spiritual instruction, discipline, and restraint in nurturing children's faith. He urges parents to prioritize their children's spiritual well-being, starting early, and continuing to lead them to Christ and keep them saved. Vess also addresses the challenges faced by Christian companions living with unsaved partners, encouraging perseverance and strategic efforts to win them over.
3. the Rod of Discipline
By Denny Kenaston0ParentingDisciplinePRO 13:24PRO 19:18PRO 20:30PRO 22:15PRO 23:13PRO 29:15Denny Kenaston emphasizes the necessity of discipline in child-rearing, arguing that using the rod is a loving act that fosters respect and obedience in children. He asserts that failing to discipline is a form of hatred towards one's child, as it neglects their need for guidance and correction. Kenaston shares personal anecdotes to illustrate how proper discipline can lead to a loving and respectful relationship between parents and children. He encourages parents to view discipline as a means to instill wisdom and righteousness, ultimately leading to a harmonious home. The message calls for a reevaluation of societal views on discipline, urging parents to embrace biblical principles for raising godly children.
When Anyone Has Made a Mistake
By St. Benedict of Nursia0PRO 15:33PRO 22:15PRO 29:15JAS 4:10St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of humility and correction when mistakes are made while reciting Psalms, responsories, antiphons, or lessons. He highlights the need for individuals to humble themselves before all by making satisfaction for their errors, rather than facing a greater punishment for not correcting their mistakes through humility. St. Benedict also mentions that boys, in particular, should be disciplined with physical correction for such faults.
- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Matthew Henry
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
15 Folly is bound to the heart of a child; The rod of correction driveth it forth. Folly, i.e., pleasure in stupid tricks, silly sport, and foolish behaviour, is the portion of children as such; their heart is as yet childish, and folly is bound up in it. Education first driveth forth this childish, foolish nature (for, as Menander says: Ὁ μὴ δαρεὶς ἄνθρωπος οὐ παιδεύεται), and if effects this when it is unindulgently severe: the שׁבט מוּסר (vid., Pro 23:13) removeth אוּלת from the heart, for it imparts intelligence and makes wise (Pro 29:15). The lxx is right in rendering 16a: ἄνοια ἐξῆπται (from ἐξάπτειν) καρδίας νέου; but the Syr. has "here mangled the lxx, and in haste has read ἀνοίᾳ ἐξίπταται: folly makes the understanding of the child fly away" (Lagarde).
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
is bound--or firmly fixed. Chastisement deters from crime and so leads to reformation of principle.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child,.... That is, sin, the greatest of all folly; this is naturally in the heart of man; it is in the heart of a child, it is in him from his infancy; it is bound in his heart, it is rooted and riveted in him, being conceived in sin, and shapen in iniquity; it is what cleaves close to him, and he has a strong affection for and desire after: the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth, Gen 8:21; so that he is not easily brought off of sin, or becomes wise; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him; the rod used by parents, for the correction of sin and folly, is a means of making children wise, and of restraining the folly that is bound up in them; and of reclaiming them from those sinful ways, which the folly of their hearts leads them to, and so in some measure of driving it far from them.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
We have here two very sad considerations: - 1. That corruption is woven into our nature. Sin is foolishness; it is contrary both to our right reason and to our true interest. It is in the heart; there is an inward inclination to sin, to speak and act foolishly. It is in the heart of children; they bring it into the world with them; it is what they were shapen and conceived in. It is not only found there, but it is bound there; it is annexed to the heart (so some); vicious dispositions cleave closely to the soul, are bound to it as the cion to the stock into which it is grafted, which quite alters the property. There is a knot tied between the soul and sin, a true lover's knot; they two became one flesh. It is true of ourselves, it is true of our children, whom we have begotten in our own likeness. O God! thou knowest this foolishness. 2. That correction is necessary to the cure of it. It will not be got out by fair means and gentle methods; there must be strictness and severity, and that which will cause grief. Children need to be corrected, and kept under discipline, by their parents; and we all need to be corrected by our heavenly Father (Heb 12:6, Heb 12:7), and under the correction we must stroke down folly and kiss the rod.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
22:15 Wisdom is learned, not inherited or innate. It takes discipline to change foolishness into wisdom.