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Proverbs 1:1-9; Proverbs 1:18
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Proverbs 1:1-9
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The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
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for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight;
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for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair;
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for giving prudence to those who are simple,knowledge and discretion to the young—
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let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance—
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for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.
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The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
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Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.
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They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck.
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Proverbs 1:18
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These men lie in wait for their own blood; they ambush only themselves!
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