Proverbs 4:1

Contemporary English Version 1995

My child, listen closely to my teachings and learn common sense.

Cross References

Hebrews 2:1

We must give our full attention to what we were told, so we won't drift away.

Psalm 34:11

Come, my children, listen as I teach you to respect the Lord.

Proverbs 1:8

My child, obey the teachings of your parents,

Proverbs 22:17

Here are some sayings of people with wisdom, so listen carefully as I teach.

Proverbs 5:1

My son, if you listen closely to my wisdom and good sense,

Proverbs 19:20

Pay attention to advice and accept correction, so you can live sensibly.

Proverbs 7:4

Let wisdom be your sister and make common sense your closest friend.

Proverbs 1:2

Proverbs will teach you wisdom and self-control and how to understand sayings with deep meanings.

Jeremiah 35:8

Our clan has always obeyed Jonadab's command. To this very day, we and our wives and sons and daughters don't drink wine or build houses or plant vineyards or crops. And we have lived in tents,

Genesis 49:2

Come, gather around, as I tell your future.

Proverbs 13:1

Children with good sense accept correction from their parents, but stubborn children ignore it completely.