Ps 23:4


Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Pr 10:13


In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.

Pr 13:24


He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.

Pr 22:15


Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.

Pr 23:13


Withhold not correction from the child: for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die.

Pr 23:14


Thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell.

Pr 26:3


A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back.

Pr 29:15


The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.

I quoted Ps 23 to show that the rod is not always used for punishment, but for gentle prodding and guidance, as well.

Andy