New International Version NIV
New International Version NIV
1 The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
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The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel:
2 for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight;
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for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight;
3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair;
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for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair;
4 for giving prudence to those who are simple,knowledge and discretion to the young—
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for giving prudence to those who are simple,knowledge and discretion to the young—
5 let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance—
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let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance—