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

Proverbs 1:1-7

1 The proverbs of Solomon, King David's son, from Israel:

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

2 Their purpose is to teach wisdom and discipline, to help one understand wise sayings.

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

3 They provide insightful instruction, which is righteous, just, and full of integrity.

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

4 They make the naive mature, the young knowledgeable and discreet.

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

5 The wise hear them and grow in wisdom; those with understanding gain guidance.

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

6 They help one understand proverbs and difficult sayings, the words of the wise, and their puzzles.

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

7 Wisdom begins with the fear of the LORD, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.

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