Proverbs 1:9

9 Their teaching will be like flowers in your hair or a necklace around your neck.

Proverbs 1:9 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 1:9

For they [shall be] an ornament of grace unto thy head
The instructions and laws of parents being attended unto and obeyed by children, render them more lovely and amiable than any beautiful ornament whatever that can be put upon their heads;

and chains about thy neck;
be that unto them as chains of gold are to the neck, beautify and adorn them; so good works, done in obedience to God and parents, are ornaments of great price, and preferable to any outward adorning whatever; see ( 1 Timothy 2:9 1 Timothy 2:10 ) ( 1 Peter 3:3 1 Peter 3:4 ) . The allusions are unto, and the metaphors taken from, those things which are most pleasing and acceptable to children, as fine top knots and golden chains.

Proverbs 1:9 In-Context

7 Knowledge begins with respect for the Lord, but fools hate wisdom and self-control.

8 My child, listen to your father's teaching and do not forget your mother's advice.

9 Their teaching will be like flowers in your hair or a necklace around your neck.

10 My child, if sinners try to lead you into sin, do not follow them.

11 They will say, "Come with us. Let's ambush and kill someone; let's attack some innocent people just for fun.