17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven(A) is first of all pure; then peace-loving,(B) considerate, submissive, full of mercy(C) and good fruit, impartial and sincere.(D)

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The beginning of wisdom is this: Get[a] wisdom.
    Though it cost all(A) you have,[b] get understanding.(B)

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 4:7 Or Wisdom is supreme; therefore get
  2. Proverbs 4:7 Or wisdom. / Whatever else you get

16 How much better to get wisdom than gold,
    to get insight(A) rather than silver!(B)

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23 Buy the truth and do not sell it—
    wisdom, instruction and insight as well.(A)

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12 Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,(A)
    but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.(B)

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Saying 21

By wisdom a house is built,(A)
    and through understanding it is established;

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21 The lips of the righteous nourish many,
    but fools die for lack of sense.(A)

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Get wisdom,(A) get understanding;
    do not forget my words or turn away from them.

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33 Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord,(A)
    and humility comes before honor.(B)

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