Proverbs 1:4-7
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4 to teach shrewdness to the simple,
knowledge and prudence to the young—(A)
5 let the wise, too, hear and gain in learning
and the discerning acquire skill,(B)
6 to understand a proverb and a figure,
the words of the wise and their riddles.
7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;
fools despise wisdom and instruction.(C)
Proverbs 1:4-7
Evangelical Heritage Version
4 to give good judgment[a] to the inexperienced,
to give a young man knowledge and foresight.
5 A wise person should listen, and he will increase learning.
A person with understanding should obtain guidance
6 so he will understand proverbs, puzzling statements,[b]
and the thought-provoking words of the wise.
7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of[c] knowledge,
but stubborn fools despise wisdom and discipline.
Notas al pie
- Proverbs 1:4 Or prudence
- Proverbs 1:6 Or enigmas
- Proverbs 1:7 Or prerequisite for or most important part of
Proverbs 2:3-6
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3 if you indeed cry out for insight
and raise your voice for understanding,
4 if you seek it like silver
and search for it as for hidden treasures—(A)
5 then you will understand the fear of the Lord
and find the knowledge of God.(B)
6 For the Lord gives wisdom;
from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;(C)
Proverbs 2:3-6
Evangelical Heritage Version
3 if indeed you call out for intelligence,
if you raise your voice for understanding,
4 if you search for it like silver,
if you hunt for it like hidden treasure,
5 then you will understand the fear of the Lord,
then you will find the knowledge of God,
6 because the Lord gives wisdom.
Knowledge and understanding come from his mouth.
Proverbs 2:10-12
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10 for wisdom will come into your heart,
and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul;
11 prudence will watch over you,
and understanding will guard you.
12 It will save you from the way of evil,
from those who speak perversely,
Proverbs 2:10-12
Evangelical Heritage Version
10 because wisdom will come into your heart,
and knowledge will be pleasant for your soul.
11 Foresight will stand guard over you.
Understanding will protect you.
12 It will save you from the evil way,
from the man who speaks perverse things,
Proverbs 8:9-12
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9 They are all straight to one who understands
and right to those who find knowledge.(A)
10 Take my instruction instead of silver
and knowledge rather than choice gold,(B)
11 for wisdom is better than jewels,
and all that you may desire cannot compare with her.(C)
12 I, wisdom, live with prudence,
and I attain knowledge and discretion.(D)
Proverbs 8:9-12
Evangelical Heritage Version
9 All of them are clear to those who have understanding,
and they are upright to those who find knowledge.
10 Accept my discipline instead of silver.
Accept knowledge rather than fine gold,
11 because Wisdom is better than gems,[a]
and anything you may desire cannot equal her.
Wisdom’s Benefit
12 I, Wisdom, dwell with good judgment.[b]
I discover knowledge and foresight.
Notas al pie
- Proverbs 8:11 Perhaps rubies or red coral
- Proverbs 8:12 Or prudence
Proverbs 9:10
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10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,
and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.(A)
Proverbs 9:10
Evangelical Heritage Version
10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning[a] of wisdom,
and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding,
Notas al pie
- Proverbs 9:10 Or prerequisite or most important part
Proverbs 10:14
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14 The wise lay up knowledge,
but the mouth of a fool brings ruin near.
Proverbs 10:14
Evangelical Heritage Version
14 Wise people store up knowledge,
but the mouth of a stubborn fool brings ruin.
Proverbs 11:9
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9 With their mouths the godless would destroy their neighbors,
but by knowledge the righteous are delivered.
Proverbs 11:9
Evangelical Heritage Version
9 With his mouth the godless person destroys his neighbor,
but righteous people are rescued by knowledge.
Proverbs 12:23
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Notas al pie
- 12.23 Heb the heart of fools
Proverbs 12:23
Evangelical Heritage Version
23 A man who is shrewd conceals his knowledge,
but the hearts of fools broadcast stupidity.
Proverbs 14:6-7
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6 A scoffer seeks wisdom in vain,
but knowledge is easy for one who understands.
7 Leave the presence of a fool,
for there you do not find words of knowledge.
Proverbs 14:6-7
Evangelical Heritage Version
6 A scoffer seeks wisdom yet finds none,
but knowledge comes easily to a discerning person.
7 Keep away from a foolish person,
since you will not learn anything from his lips.
Proverbs 14:18
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Notas al pie
- 14.18 Or inherit
Proverbs 14:18
Evangelical Heritage Version
18 Gullible people inherit stupidity,
but sensible people embrace knowledge.
Proverbs 15:2
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2 The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge,
but the mouths of fools pour out folly.(A)
Proverbs 15:2
Evangelical Heritage Version
2 The tongue of the wise enhances knowledge,
but the mouths of fools spout stupidity.
Proverbs 15:14
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14 The mind of one who has understanding seeks knowledge,
but the mouths of fools feed on folly.
Proverbs 15:14
Evangelical Heritage Version
14 The heart of a discerning person seeks knowledge,
but the mouths of fools feed on stupidity.
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