Parallel Bible results for "proverbs 1:1-7"

Proverbs 1:1-7

1 These are the proverbs of Solomon. He was the son of David and the king of Israel.

1 The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:

2 Proverbs teach you wisdom and train you. They help you understand wise sayings.

2 for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight;

3 They provide you with training and help you live wisely. They lead to what is right and honest and fair.

3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair;

4 They give understanding to childish people. They give knowledge and good sense to those who are young.

4 for giving prudence to those who are simple,knowledge and discretion to the young—

5 Let wise people listen and add to what they have learned. Let those who understand what is right get guidance.

5 let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance—

6 What I'm teaching also helps you understand proverbs and stories. It helps you understand the sayings and riddles of those who are wise.

6 for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.

7 If you really want to gain knowledge, you must begin by having respect for the Lord. But foolish people hate wisdom and training.

7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.