the rod

[a.baker]

In scripture what does the rod refer to? Plain ol' discipline or a spanking for the discipline? Where did spanking come from?

[CoreIssue]

In scripture what does the rod refer to? Plain ol' discipline or a spanking for the discipline? Where did spanking come from?
A number of things.

Rods/sticks/shafts where used in weaving, punishment and other places such a shape was useful.

When spanking came on the scene is not defined. I think it has always been a natural form of punishment that hurt but did no real damage when not excessive.

[a.baker]

Thank x for the speedy answers Core and always answering my questions. Much thank x to you ! :)