Proverbs 4:13

13 Hold on to instruction, do not let it go; guard it well, for it is your life.

Proverbs 4:13 in Other Translations

KJV
13 Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life.
ESV
13 Keep hold of instruction; do not let go; guard her, for she is your life.
NLT
13 Take hold of my instructions; don’t let them go. Guard them, for they are the key to life.
MSG
13 Hold tight to good advice; don't relax your grip. Guard it well - your life is at stake!
CSB
13 Hold on to instruction; don't let go. Guard it, for it is your life.

Proverbs 4:13 In-Context

11 I instruct you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths.
12 When you walk, your steps will not be hampered; when you run, you will not stumble.
13 Hold on to instruction, do not let it go; guard it well, for it is your life.
14 Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers.
15 Avoid it, do not travel on it; turn from it and go on your way.

Cross References 1

  • 1. S Proverbs 3:22
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