3 Whoredom is forbidden, 9 And prodigality. 15 He willeth a man to live on his labors and to help others, 18 To love his wife. 22 The wicked taken in their own wickedness.

My son, hearken unto my wisdom, and incline thine ear unto my [a]knowledge,

That thou mayest regard counsel, and thy lips observe knowledge.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 5:1 Or, understanding.

Warning Against Adultery

My son,(A) pay attention to my wisdom,
    turn your ear to my words(B) of insight,
that you may maintain discretion
    and your lips may preserve knowledge.

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