Spare the rod and spoil the child

Meaning: If children are not disciplined when they misbehave, they will grow up spoiled or lacking respect. The proverb emphasizes the importance of correction and guidance in upbringing.

Origin: This saying comes from the Bible (Book of Proverbs) and has been widely used in English since the 17th century to stress discipline in child-rearing.

Examples:
- Parents who never correct their children may find them unruly—spare the rod and spoil the child. Teachers often remind that discipline is necessary, because spare the rod and spoil the child.

Vietnamese: Thương cho roi cho vọt, ghét cho ngọt cho bùi

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