Proverbs 1:1-7 (New International Version)

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Prologue: Purpose and Theme

1 The proverbs¹ of Solomon² son of David, king of Israel:³ 2 for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight; 3 for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is right and just and fair; 4 for giving prudence to the simple,⁴ knowledge and discretion⁵ to the young-- 5 let the wise listen and add to their learning,⁶ and let the discerning get guidance-- 6 for understanding proverbs and parables,⁷ the sayings and riddles⁸ of the wise.⁹ 7 The fear of the LORD¹⁰ is the beginning of knowledge, but fools^a despise wisdom¹¹ and discipline.¹²

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