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Proverbs 10:1
The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish sonis the heaviness of his mother.

Proverbs 17:25
A foolish sonis a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him.

Proverbs 23:22-25
Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old…

a son

Proverbs 10:5
He that gathereth in summeris a wise son:but he that sleepeth in harvestis a son that causeth shame.

Proverbs 17:2
A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.

Proverbs 28:7
Whoso keepeth the lawis a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotousmen shameth his father.

or evicts his mother
Evicting one's mother would be considered an egregious act of disrespect and neglect. In the historical context, widows and elderly women were particularly vulnerable, and the law provided specific protections for them (Deuteronomy 27:19). The act of eviction would leave a mother destitute and unprotected, violating the biblical mandate to care for one's family (1 Timothy 5:8). This phrase underscores the importance of compassion and responsibility towards one's parents, reflecting God's care for the marginalized.

is a son who brings shame and disgrace
In the cultural context of the Bible, honor and shame were significant social values. A son who mistreated his parents would not only bring personal shame but also disgrace his entire family. Proverbs often contrasts the wise and the foolish, and this behavior is clearly aligned with folly. The shame brought upon the family would have communal implications, affecting social standing and relationships. This phrase serves as a warning and a call to uphold family honor, aligning with the broader biblical theme of living righteously and justly.

To “assault” a father is to raise a hand—or even a violent tongue—against the one God has set in authority for our good.Exodus 21:15 warns, “Whoever strikes his father or mother must surely be put to death,” whileProverbs 20:20 adds, “Whoever curses his father or mother, his lamp shall be extinguished in deepest darkness”. The Lord takes any form of aggression toward parents as rebellion against His own command in the fifth commandment (Exodus 20:12).

Key take-aways:

• Physical or verbal violence toward a parent is never dismissed as a mere family squabble; it is a direct violation of the moral order God established.

• The gravity of such sin invites divine judgment, not just familial fallout.

“Evicts” pictures forcing a mother from the home or cutting her off in cold indifference.Proverbs 15:20 notes, “A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother”. First Timothy 5:8 echoes the same responsibility: “If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever”.

Consider:

• Neglect that pushes a mother into insecurity or homelessness is as sinful as outright violence.

• God’s design includes adult children honoring and supporting aging parents (see alsoJohn 19:26-27, where Jesus ensures care for His mother).

Solomon still calls this offender “a son,” underlining family bond and accountability. Even the prodigal inLuke 15:24 is remembered by the father as “my son,” though estranged.Deuteronomy 21:18-21 describes the “stubborn and rebellious son” who refuses correction; identity does not shield from consequences.

Observations:

• Being “family” heightens, not lessens, responsibility before God.

• Sonship is no excuse; it should inspire gratitude and obedience.

The outcome is two-fold: public shame and deep disgrace upon himself and his family.Proverbs 17:25 mourns, “A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to her who bore him”.Romans 1:30 lists “disobedient to parents” among marks of godlessness, and2 Timothy 3:1-2 forecasts the same for the last days.

Implications:

• Personal sin cannot be quarantined; it stains the family name and mocks God’s wisdom.

• Shame here points to social reproach, while disgrace hints at lasting dishonor before the Lord.

Proverbs 19:26 paints a stark, literal picture: a child who attacks or casts off his parents forfeits honor and heaps shame upon all involved. God commands children to cherish father and mother, protect them, and uphold family integrity. Violate that order, and the result is public humiliation and divine disapproval. Wise sons and daughters therefore treat parents with reverence, care, and gratitude, choosing blessing over disgrace.