Proverbs 1:1-7

Common English Bible

1 The proverbs of Solomon, King David’s son, from Israel:
² Their purpose is to teach wisdom and discipline,
    to help one understand wise sayings.
³ They provide insightful instruction,
    which is righteous, just, and full of integrity.
⁴ They make the naive mature,
    the young knowledgeable and discreet.
⁵ The wise hear them and grow in wisdom;
    those with understanding gain guidance.
⁶ They help one understand proverbs and difficult sayings,
    the words of the wise, and their puzzles.
⁷ Wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord,
    but fools despise wisdom and instruction.