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Proverbs 1:1-2
King James Version
Proverbs 1:1-2
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1 The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel;
2 To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;
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Proverbs 1:1-2
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Proverbs 1:1-2
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Purpose and Theme
1 The proverbs(A) of Solomon(B) son of David, king of Israel:(C)
2 for gaining wisdom and instruction;
for understanding words of insight;
Proverbs 1:1-2
English Standard Version
Proverbs 1:1-2
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The Beginning of Knowledge
1 (A)The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel:
2 To know wisdom and instruction,
to understand words of insight,
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