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1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel:
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1 The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
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2 That men may know wisdom and instruction, understand words of insight,
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2 for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight;
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3 receive instruction in wise dealing, righteousness, justice, and equity;
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3 for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is right and just and fair;
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4 that prudence may be given to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the youth--
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4 for giving prudence to the simple, knowledge and discretion to the young--
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5 the wise man also may hear and increase in learning, and the man of understanding acquire skill,
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5 let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance--
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6 to understand a proverb and a figure, the words of the wise and their riddles.
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6 for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.
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7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.
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7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.
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