Proverbs 2:2-11

Holman Christian Standard Bible

² listening closely^[a] to wisdom
and directing your heart to understanding;
³ furthermore, if you call out to insight
and lift your voice to understanding,
⁴ if you seek it like silver
and search for it like hidden treasure,^(A)
5 then you will understand the fear of the Lord
and discover the knowledge of God.
⁶ For the Lord gives wisdom;
from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.^(B)
7 He stores up success^[b] for the upright;
He is a shield for those who live with integrity^(C)
8 so that He may guard the paths of justice
and protect the way of His loyal followers.^(D)
9 Then you will understand righteousness, justice,
and integrity—every good path.
¹⁰ For wisdom will enter your mind,
and knowledge will delight your heart.
¹¹ Discretion will watch over you,
and understanding will guard you,^(E)