23 The uncultivated field of the poor yields abundant food,
but without justice, it is swept away.

24 The one who will not use the rod hates his son,(A)
but the one who loves him disciplines him diligently.(B)

25 A righteous person eats until he is satisfied,
but the stomach of the wicked is empty.(C)

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23 An unplowed field produces food for the poor,
    but injustice sweeps it away.

24 Whoever spares the rod(A) hates their children,
    but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline(B) them.(C)

25 The righteous eat to their hearts’ content,
    but the stomach of the wicked goes hungry.(D)

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