Hebrews 12:6

Hebrews 12:6 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

6because the Lord disciplines the one he loves,

and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.”12:5,6 Prov. 3:11,12 (see Septuagint)

6For whom the Lord loves He disciplines,

And He punishes every son whom He accepts.”

6For those whom the Lord loves He disciplines,

And He scourges every son whom He receives.”

6For the Lord disciplines and corrects those whom He loves,

And He punishes every son whom He receives and welcomes [to His heart].” [Prov 3:11, 12]

6For the Lord disciplines the one He loves,

and He chastises every son He receives.”12:6 Literally and He flogs every son He receives; Proverbs 3:11–12 (see also LXX)

6The Lord trains the one he loves.

He corrects everyone he accepts as his son.” (Proverbs 3:11,12)